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Category Archives: Mental Health

The Great Detachment: Understanding Workplace Discontent in 2025

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health

Remember studying Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs? It was a five tier framework for understanding human motivation by suggesting individuals must fulfill basic needs before progressing to higher level needs. Throughout the 19th and 20th century, most working people were happy reaching the first and second tiers: food, water, shelter, clothing, health, employment, property, family, and …

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Enhancing Mental Wellness Through Ketamine Counseling

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health

Introduction to Ketamine Therapy For those trapped in the vicious cycles of depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts, ketamine is suddenly holding out a hand, offering a lifeline. Once used primarily as an anesthetic, ketamine is now being used for its ability to provide quick relief for people whose conditions haven’t responded to traditional treatments. Imagine …

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The Mental Health Crisis in Healthcare: Addressing Insurance Barriers

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health

High costs, limited access, health disparities, quality issues, fragmentation, public health challenges, mental health crises, and political gridlock are just some of the reasons critics disparage America’s health insurance industry. While some argue these challenges stem from the system’s unique structure, others are advocating for adopting models similar to Europe’s universal healthcare system and others …

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Rejuvenate Your Day: Effective Strategies to Breathe, Relax, Refuel, and Recharge

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Mental Health

Maintaining energy and composure from morning until evening requires more than just the occasional coffee break. It’s about developing a holistic approach to self-care that permeates every part of the day. This approach not only keeps energy levels steady but also ensures mental clarity and emotional stability, setting the foundation for a productive and fulfilling …

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The Aftermath of Elections: Healing Emotional Bruises and Moving Forward

Posted by Improving Lives Counseling Services, Inc. | Articles, Mental Health

The election is over, and for many, things did not go as they had hoped. Some feel that their hopes and dreams have been crushed, while others fear what the future holds for themselves and for those they care about most. Since the founding of this country, the creation and signing of the Constitution, and …

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