Medication can be an effective part of anxiety treatment, but results depend heavily on how decisions are made. Many people come to us after trying medication that helped only a little, caused side effects, or did not work at all. In most cases, the issue is not the medication itself. It is the lack of […]
Author Archives: Beth Waldron
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Jan
Jan
When anxiety begins to interfere with daily life, many people start thinking about medication. That makes sense. Anxiety can affect sleep, focus, energy, and emotional balance, and medication can be an important part of treatment. At the same time, medication decisions work best when they are based on understanding, not urgency alone. Anxiety does not […]
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Dec
Dec
Mental health treatment is rarely one-size-fits-all. Two people can receive the same diagnosis, take the same medication, and have completely different experiences. One person may feel relief, while the other struggles with side effects or sees little improvement. This unpredictability is one of the most frustrating parts of mental health care for many patients. Genomic […]
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Dec
Dec
Many adults in their 40s notice changes that feel hard to explain. Energy drops even after a full night of sleep. Motivation feels lower than it used to. Mood shifts may show up as irritability, low mood, or anxiety that feels out of character. For some, these changes appear gradually. For others, they seem to […]
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Dec
Dec
Deciding to seek mental health support is not easy. For many people, it comes after weeks or months of feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or unsure of what is wrong. When someone finally reaches out for help, timing matters more than most people realize. In Utah, long wait times are a common barrier to mental health care. […]
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Dec
Dec
In Utah, religion and mental health are closely connected for many people. Faith communities often play a central role in daily life, family structure, and personal identity. For some, religion provides comfort, purpose, and a strong sense of belonging. For others, it can also bring pressure, expectations, or complicated emotions during times of stress. Mental […]
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Dec
Dec
Many parents in Orem start wondering about ADHD when school suddenly becomes harder than it should be. Homework takes hours, deadlines are missed, emotions feel bigger than expected, or motivation seems to disappear. For college students, the shift to independent schedules and heavier workloads can bring these challenges into sharper focus. ADHD often shows up […]
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Dec
Dec
Many parents start wondering about ADHD when everyday routines feel harder than they should. Homework becomes a nightly struggle, simple instructions are forgotten, or emotional reactions seem bigger than expected. For families in Utah, these concerns often come with one central question: Is this just a phase, or is it time to consider ADHD testing? […]
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May
May
Dr. Trish Barrus’ path to mental health care was shaped early in life. Her father was the last person in Utah to contract polio before the vaccine became available. He lived the rest of his life paralyzed but never once complained. That quiet resilience left a lasting impression on Dr. Barrus. Her mother, a teacher […]
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Apr
Apr
To get a mental health diagnosis, start by scheduling an evaluation with a qualified mental health provider. During the appointment, your provider will review your symptoms, medical and family history, daily experiences, and other factors that may be affecting your mental health. Depending on your symptoms, the evaluation may also include screening tools, additional testing, […]