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Service Animals, Emotional Support Animals, and Mental Health—What does it all mean? 

You may have seen a dog walking around the grocery store or even the airport.  Why are these dogs able …

Adult ADHD: What Is It? What Can You Do? And How Can Quintessential Health Help You? 

Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly discussed with children. However, adults can also have ADHD. Ask yourself if you …

Who is the professional in the therapy room? 

Finding and entering a therapeutic setting might be intimidating, particularly if it's your first time. You will divulge private information …

How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout 

How to Avoid Caregiver Burnout  In the United States, approximately 1 in 3 adults are caregivers to loved ones. This means …

What Does Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Testing for Adults Look Like? 

Not everyone who has Autism Spectrum Disorder gets diagnosed in their childhood. A lot of the time symptoms go undetected …

Stigma Surrounding Substance Use 

Stigma is when a specific group of people or place face discrimination, and stigma is often common when speaking about …

“I think I’ve got that too!”

Social media has given us the ability to be in more than three places in a matter of seconds. It …

Self-Comparison and Social Media 

Nowadays, every day is a “high school reunion” when we are constantly checking our phones and being reminded of the …

Managing the Winter Blues 

The winter blues are real and can be difficult to manage. Many experience an increase in symptoms of depression as …

Managing the Holidays with a Child with ADHD

Mary Pat Hamzik, B.S.  The holidays can be a joyous time filled with family, friends, and fun. It can also …

Understanding Autism in Females: Recognizing the Signs 

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a complex neurodevelopmental condition that affects people of all genders, yet it has long been …

Adult ADHD: What Is It? What Can You Do? And How Can Quintessential Health Help You?

By James Modico, M.A. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is commonly discussed with children. However, adults can also have ADHD. …

Avoiding Burnout-Tips for Students

As we enter fall and many schools resume, it is important for students to stay educated about the signs of …

Maternal Mental Health: Postpartum Depression

This week is Maternal Mental Health Awareness week. Many women experience mental health difficulties both during and after pregnancy. These …

8 Easy Tips for Mastering Spring Cleaning

Spring Cleaning! The time of year where we look around our homes and offices and evaluate just how much “stuff” …

Managing Summer Stress: It’s Not Always Fun and Games

For many people, summer can be a time to relax, kick your feet back, and enjoy the time away from …

Recognizing the Red Flags: When Has Your Relationship Become Unhealthy?

Meeting someone new, dating, and falling in love can be some of the most exciting feelings we get to experience …

Picking the Right Therapist

Choosing the right therapist for your mental health needs can often be challenging or overwhelming. There are different types of …

Feeling Down? You May Be Experiencing Depression

Depression is a term that is often used to describe feeling sad or “down,” however clinical depression goes beyond these …

When Do Obsessions Become a Concern? Looking Closer into OCD…

I’m sure you’ve heard someone say in the context of being a “neat freak” or having to have something just …