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Feeling low? You’re Not Alone.
Nearly 1 in 5 people are dealing with mental health conditions, such as depression and anxiety. In fact, depression is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Common symptoms of depression include: • Fatigue • Feelings of hopelessness • Trouble concentrating • Loss of interest in hobbies • Change in appetite • Trouble sleeping or sleeping Read post
Becoming a Savvy Health Care Shopper
There is enormous variation when it comes to the quality of health care. Not all care is equally good. Check out this helpful infographic from Own Your Health to learn more about how to choose quality care. Quality is one aspect of high quality care – along with patient experience and cost. See this video Read post
Telebehavioral Health is Finding Its Niche
Health systems are embracing telehealth and digital apps to improve workflow and reduce costs around behavioral health. Behavioral healthcare has long lived adjacent to the traditional delivery system of U.S. hospitals, but that’s changing as providers and payers begin to view patients more holistically. In turn, a number of companies are betting on behavioral health, Read post