Behavioral Health Clinic

  Understanding neurodivergence can feel overwhelming, especially when your experiences don’t fit neatly into one category. Many people are familiar with autism and ADHD, but fewer have heard of AuDHD. AuDHD is an informal term used to describe  individuals  who show traits of both autism and ADHD. In this blog, we’ll explore what autism, ADHD, and AuDHD are, how they overlap, and what current research shows about these conditions in Wisconsin. What Is Autism? Autism  is a neurodevelopmental difference that affects communication, social interaction, and sensory processing. It is considered a spectrum condition, meaning it can present differently from person to person. Common traits of autism may include: Differences in social communication Sensory sensitivities (over- or under-responsiveness) Preference for routines and predictability Deep, focused interests Difficulty with changes in routine In Wisconsin, autism is increasingly recognized and diagnosed. Accordi...

  There are moments when living in your own body may feel more than uncomfortable. The external pressures to look a certain way might seem too fast-paced, too intense, or simply too much to endure that turning to a medication like a GLP-1 seems like the only solution. Understanding the Basics of GLP-1s Before understanding the mental impact of these new drugs we first must understand some of the impacts on the brain and body. Some possible side effects or results of the GLP-1 medications include: Change in the brains reward center Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Constipation GI discomfort Reduced appetite Weight loss Anhedonia History and Relief of GLP-1s Some  individuals  find that the GLP-1s can be life altering and offer a major improvement to their health that previous pathways did not offer, such as those with Diabetes or cardiovascular risk. The main things that these new drugs target is digestion of certain foods and also the brain’s reaction to food. Those who...

When deciding to reach out to a  mental health professional , you might find yourself wondering if you should see a therapist or a  psychiatrist . Therapists and psychiatrists can both help with your mental health, but their treatment looks different. Understanding the differences can help you make the best decision for you. Let’s start by breaking them down. Therapy  is when you see a trained mental health professional to talk about your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Sometimes you might hear people refer to therapy as psychotherapy or counseling.  Therapists  can be psychologists, licensed counselors, clinical social workers, and marriage and family therapists. Therapy is meant to help you understand yourself so you can learn new ways to deal with problems and overcome challenges. Some reasons you might consider starting therapy are because you feel anxious, depressed, have problems within your relationships, are grieving someone, went through a traumatic ...