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Aloha Integrative Health is excited to bring an innovative model of care to the wonderful community of San Diego. We aim to become a part of our patients’ stories, and welcome everyone who is seeking relief and renewed purpose. Please enjoy our integrative health blog, where you’ll find information to support and enhance your personal journey towards health, happiness and wellbeing.
The Importance of Medication Management
Did you know that almost a third of patients in the US don't take their medication as directed? With over 50% of American adults taking at least one prescription drug, this statistic is concerning. Nonadherence to medication can lead to serious health risks, but what...
The Link Between ADHD, Depression, and Anxiety
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a common mental health issue that affects both children and adults. Unfortunately, it can also be associated with depression and anxiety. This can make life difficult for those dealing with the symptoms of ADHD. But...
A Healthy Practice for This Year and Next
It is about that time when we start reflecting on the past year and begin to look forward to what next year has to bring. Evaluating the ups and downs in order to center our attention on working towards some more healthy practices and new habits. Whether you already...
How Brainspotting Therapy and Ketamine Work Together
If you’ve experienced a traumatic event or are otherwise suffering from the lingering effects of a negative experience, it can be difficult to move forward with your life. There is no shortage of therapeutic options available to help people suffering from PTSD,...
5 Ways to Fight the Stigma of Mental Illness
Mental illness is extremely common in the United States. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, nearly one in five U.S. adults suffer from some form of psychological disability, with over 14 million enduring a serious mental illness. And yet, mental...
How to Manage Stress, Anxiety, and Triggers Around the Dining Table This Thanksgiving
It is November, and we are now thrust head-first into the holiday season. In a blink of an eye, Thanksgiving will be here and for some, this is scary and overwhelming to think about. The holidays are supposed to be a joyous and wonderful time of the year, but if you...
Psychotherapy, Psychiatry & Beyond: Taking Full Advantage of Available Services
Taking a holistic approach to mental health and healing depression, tackles not only the symptoms, but also the negative thought patterns, coping skills, and chemical systems in the brain. An effective way to achieve this is by combining ketamine with psychotherapy....
TMS: Can Depression Symptoms Be Picked Up On An MRI?
Major depressive disorder is a common mental health disease that severely impacts an individual's quality of life. In addition to limiting psychosocial function, major depressive disorder, in more than one-third of patients, is treatment-resistant. This means that...
The Importance of a Proper Diagnosis & Understanding Adolescent Therapy Services
Mental health problems affect approximately 14 million children and adolescents in the United States. These mental health disorders are not specific to gender, race, or socioeconomic status. When children and adolescents do not receive the care that they need when...
ADHD Disorder: How to Increase Focus Inside and Outside the Classroom
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) usually develops during childhood and is characterized by problems with attention, impulse control, and hyperactivity. These symptoms can make it hard for children with this diagnosis to do well in school. Children with...
Healing From Trauma: How Reiki May Be The Key
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious anxiety disorder that is brought on by memories of a stressful event. It is often associated with people who have been exposed to war or terrorism, but PTSD can result from any traumatic experience such as childhood...
When It’s More Than Baby Blues: From Postpartum to Perinatal Depression
Postpartum depression - the depression that occurs in new mothers after their baby is born - may be better known, but depression during pregnancy is more common than experts thought. There now is a new term for prenatal depression before the baby is born and...
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