After more than two years of social restrictions, you’re probably eager to start traveling again this summer. And it’s no wonder, given the isolation, fear and uncertainty that were such a part of daily life during the pandemic. Getting away, whether for a day, a…
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More than two million adults in the U.S. are coping with bipolar disorder right now.1 Despite the disorder’s relative prevalence, however, receiving a diagnosis can be a frightening and isolating experience, often raising questions for those who’ve been diagnosed about what it’ll mean for their future—their job, their relationships, their life. But getting…
“It’s never a wrong time to seek treatment to take care of your mental health,” says Dr. Desreen Dudley, pictured above. Dr. Dudley is a licensed therapist and a senior behavioral health quality consultant with Teladoc Health. Q: We use a lot of terms within…
The holidays are here, but what if you’re in no mood for cheer? If you’ve recently split from a partner or spouse, the season may hit differently this year. Plus, when there are children involved, those feelings may be magnified as you try to keep…
We all have tough moments and tough days. But when everyday challenges start to wear you down, it helps to have a professional by your side to sort through the difficulties. That’s where Teladoc Mental Health visits come in. Through phone or video appointments, Teladoc…
When we break a bone, get a terrible sore throat, or have a pounding headache, it’s obvious the body needs some healing. We talk to doctors, take medicine, and rest. What about when our emotions are hurt? What if we’re suffering from the neck up?…
Did you know that in the United States, alcohol use contributes to about 88,000 deaths each year?1 Since alcohol affects each person differently, even one drink may be too much for one person but not affect someone else. Alcohol use disorder (AUD), which includes the…
Sadly, suicide is the 10th-leading cause of death in the United States, and the second-leading cause of death among those aged 10 to 34.1 Suicide impacts not only the person who has taken their life, but all of those they’ve left behind—family members, friends, neighbors,…