Diagnosed With A Mental Health Condition
Unlike diabetes or cancer there is no medical test that can provide a diagnosis of mental illness, but getting a diagnosis is a useful step in receiving effective treatment and improving your quality of life.
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Insurance is a crucial tool that can grant access to needed treatment to get well. Getting insured may seem like a complicated process, but knowing the basics can help you find coverage.
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Finding a mental health professional that works well with you isn't always easy. Here are some ideas to help you pick the right one.
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Some people with mental health conditions experience relief and hope when they get a diagnosis. Others may feel like a diagnosis is "just words," but getting a diagnosis is a useful step in receiving effective treatment and improving your quality of life.
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