Is AI Dangerous to Your Mental Health? A Portland Perspective
Artificial intelligence has quietly become part of daily life. It writes emails, recommends what we watch, answers questions, and even offers emotional support. For many people, interacting with AI feels natural and comforting. Many people are increasingly turning to LLMs like ChatGPT for advice about many aspects of their lives, including their mental health. Some […]
Treatment Resistant Depression: A Guide for Patients and Families
Treatment resistant depression can be one of the hardest illnesses to navigate for patients. It’s also one of the hardest illnesses for family and loved ones to witness. Most people with major depressive disorder (MDD) find some relief with treatment. Yet for a significant number, the journey to feeling better is long and complex. […]
What is Neuroplasticity? Does Addiction Treatment Really “Rewire Your Brain?”
Neuroplasticity is a simple concept, but really appreciating the science of what goes into “rewiring your brain” may renew your belief that recovery from addiction is always possible. Hope isn’t just a fluffy idea in recovery. The promise of “rewiring your brain” away from patterns of active addiction towards healthier pathways is actually an evidence-based […]
TMS for depression in Portland Oregon: How does it work?
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) offers a non-invasive, FDA-approved treatment for individuals in Portland struggling with treatment-resistant depression.
How to talk to kids about their first adolescent psychiatry visit at Shanti Recovery and Wellness
Learn helpful tips for parents on how to prepare your child for their first psychiatric visit, ensuring a comfortable experience.
Choosing the Right Ketamine Treatment Clinic for You in Portland, Oregon
Shanti provides expert guidance on choosing the right ketamine treatment clinic in Portland, emphasizing quality of care.
What is dual diagnosis? Why is it common for people with SUD to also struggle with mental health?
Shanti explains the concept of dual diagnosis, highlighting the importance of simultaneous treatment for SUD & Mental Health.
Neurodiversity and Addiction: Is There a Connection?
Have you seen the popular ADHD (Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) and ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) content trending on TikTok recently? Perhaps you’ve heard that so many people recently diagnosed with ADHD are being prescribed stimulant medication that we’re facing an Adderall shortage in the United States. It’s 100% true that we’re diagnosing more people with […]
Why Are the Rates of Depression and Addiction So High in Portland Oregon?
You hear it a lot these days. “Portland has changed!” “The city isn’t what it used to be.” “There’s so much crime and addiction now.” It’s pretty evident that the City of Roses has changed a bit over the last few years. It’s fairly uncontroversial to say that the houseless population appears to have […]
Self-Medicating for Anxiety? Here’s What We Know About the Link Between Anxiety and Addiction
There’s a well-known link between addiction and anxiety disorders. One often quoted statistic is that 20% of folks with an anxiety disorder also suffer from Substance Use Disorder and 20% of folks with Substance Use Disorder (SUD) struggle with anxiety disorder of some kind. This leads to the question: Does anxiety cause SUD? It […]