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Let Go of the Negative and Embrace the Positive

May 16th, 2016 - Read more

Are you ready to let go of the negative and embrace the positive? If you aren’t, you may be generating feelings of stress, anxiety, or even depression. This will bring you down so long as you hold on to those negative feelings. Let Go of the Negative and Embrace the Positive Nothing can be done about the …

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7 Best Ways to Manage ADHD As An Adult

May 12th, 2016 - Read more

Looking for ways to manage ADHD as an adult? Whether it’s for you or for a loved one, you may find the following list of seven suggestions helpful. Living with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder can be extremely difficult, but there are ways to cope. Dr. Scott Shapiro sheds light on a few options you have as an adult living with ADHD …

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What It’s Like Living With Depression

May 11th, 2016 - Read more

Living with depression is like living with an uninvited guest. If you feel down, numb, and disinterested, take a look at this article by Judy Carter. If you’re ready for help, consider exploring depression treatment. “I would try to follow their jokes and laugh when it was appropriate even though it was a chore. Laughing and …

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How to Manage Anxiety Attacks

May 10th, 2016 - Read more

Anxiety disorders can develop before you know what is happening. It’s not unusual for people to think they are feeling stressed out, and that the uncomfortable feelings will pass once whatever they are dealing with is over. Unfortunately, things don’t always work out that way. Once a medical professional has diagnosed some type of anxiety …

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The Importance of Being Mindful of Your Emotions

May 5th, 2016 - Read more

The truth is no one likes pain. So, why would you want to stay open to feelings that are painful, uncomfortable, or uneasy? Well, if you tend to have negative or difficult emotions, the truth is, those emotions are not going to go away if you ignore them. It’s common to think that if you …

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Vantage Point Recovery at NAMIWalk In Ventura County

May 2nd, 2016 - Read more

We joined over 1,189 participants at NAMIWalk in effort to put an end to the stigma surrounding mental health challenges. If you couldn’t make it this year, please consider joining us next year! Ready to take a step toward wellness today? Get our free monthly newsletter and you’ll receive the helpful information you need to …

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Abstract – What It’s Like Living With A Mental Disorder

April 28th, 2016 - Read more

It’s not easy to understand what it’s like to live with a mental disorder, but this video reveals some helpful insights to help. Take a look below. Ready to take a step toward wellness today? Get our free monthly newsletter and you’ll receive the helpful information you need to stay motivated and create a healthy …

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8 Ways to Cope with Panic Attacks

April 27th, 2016 - Read more

Panic attacks are a result of intense anxiety. A person might experience a trigger (sometimes this trigger is unknown to them) which creates a domino effect of anxious thoughts, overwhelming fear, and tension in the body. It’s not easy, but you can learn how to cope with panic attacks and eventually they won’t overwhelm you. …

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Join Us This Saturday for the NAMIWalk In Ventura

April 25th, 2016 - Read more

We’re excited to announce we’ll be participating in the 14th annual National Alliance on Mental Illness Walk ( NAMIWalk ) this coming Saturday, April 30th. The fundraiser attracts supporters across the country, making it NAMI’s largest and most successful mental health awareness event. Come out and join Vantage Point Recovery as we strive to put an end to the …

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Happy Earth Day: 90 Minutes In Nature Reduces Depression

April 22nd, 2016 - Read more

Sometimes you just need to go outside and let nature do its thing. It may sound simple, but Stanford researches did a study and found that walking in nature may reduce the risk of depression. Take a look at the video below to learn more: “These findings are important because they are consistent with, but do …

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