by BBaumann | Jun 13, 2025 | Blog, Psychiatric Medications & Brain Science
Dopamine is a neurotransmitter that plays an important role in how we experience pleasure, motivation, learning, and movement. Though it’s often referred to as the “feel-good” chemical, its function in the brain is much more complex and nuanced than most people...
by BBaumann | Jun 12, 2025 | Addiction & Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions, Blog
Alcohol is a widely consumed substance often associated with social relaxation and stress relief by the general public However, for individuals navigating mental health conditions, alcohol can pose serious risks. Instead of helping symptoms, alcohol exacerbates them....
by BBaumann | Jun 10, 2025 | Addiction & Co-occurring Mental Health Conditions, Blog
What is an Extinction Burst? In psychiatric and behavioral health care, one of the more puzzling phenomena that parents often struggle with in caring for children who have psychiatric disorders is the extinction burst. This happens when a maladaptive behavior...
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