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The Magic Pill and Mental Health

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September 9, 2021 by Charles Jarvis, LMHC

By Charles Jarvis, LMHC

It is common when seeing someone in crisis for them to ask me “can you just give me a pill to make this all better?”  The answer to that question is no. While there are medications that can help alleviate symptoms, there are no medications which will completely reduce all mental health struggles. To succeed you need to take your time and dedicate yourself for betterment. By doing all this, you are teaching yourself better habits and will see lasting success.

When do medications work?

Medications work best when combined with positive behavior. I tell my patients, a good medication regiment is designed to take the edge off the struggle, letting you as a patient make more rewarding changes. Change is something adopted over time and takes special attention and focus to achieve success. In the same thought, medications should never be stopped without the support of your provider. This is also a common problem I encounter, which can lead to a psychiatric crisis.

Adapt and overcome – Think Positive

We are all creatures of habit, so to change a negative habit and the way we view our lives, we first must adapt. Easier said than done? Well, first try to start each morning with a positive thought!  Too many times when first waking, our minds travel first to our worries and concerns, which can impact your mood and change your day.  We seem to be goal focused and strive to produce never-ending products which can relate to our discomfort. Instead, focus on the good.  Focus on why you rise each morning and try to be better. Whatever that reason, whether it be your children, your idea of life, or even just a feeling of worth.

We want to promote and build coping skills to build strength for when you are struggling.  Start with a simple perspective shift by asking yourself “why?”.  Why do we want to change, how do we see our lives differently, and are we committed to put in the work? Attach these answers to goals to help keep you motivated.  It can be hard but is doable – it just takes practice and patience.

Medication’s support and help overcome, allowing us to become more successful in achieving these goals but the work remains something you have to do to achieve true balanced mental health.

 


Charles Jarvis LMHCAbout Charles Jarvis, LMHC Charles Jarvis is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in Massachusetts with a master’s degree in counseling psychology. He has been working in mental health since 2008 and has held a variety of critical roles. As a community hospital site manager, he has a specialized focus on those in the community experiencing mental health crises. In addition, he has worked in outpatient therapy, day, and community programs as well as specializing in populations with life-threatening symptoms. He enjoys talking to people with an aim to support his clients in their goal to achieve a better life experience.

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