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Utilizing DBT for Depression

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) was originally developed as an offshoot of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for the purpose of addressing and treating borderline personality disorder. Over time, clinicians and researchers began to realize the efficacy of this form of therapy for other mental health disorders. DBT is effective in the treatment of disorders ranging from anxiety to substance abuse. It's often possible to treat depression with very positive results. Therefore, if…
Miki Finn
June 19, 2023
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Observing National Mental Health Month

May is National Mental Health Month, a month designated for educating and raising awareness about mental health, research, and treatments. There remain many misconceptions among the general public about mental health disorders, from depression and anxiety to bipolar disorder, PTSD, substance use disorders, and more. Pennsylvania Adult & Teen Challenge (PAATC) treats addiction as well as co-occurring mental health disorders. So often, more than one mental health condition is present…
Miki Finn
May 1, 2023
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