Mental Health Blog – Insights from a PMHNP in Oregon

Expert articles on psychiatric care, ADHD, medication management, telehealth, and wellness — helping you make informed choices for your mental health.

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ADHD Management Without Medication: What Helps The Most

Wondering if you can manage ADHD without medication? While nothing matches the effectiveness of stimulant treatment, evidence shows that exercise, mindfulness, structured routines, and complementary supports like CBT, yoga, and even American ginseng can meaningfully improve focus and energy. Learn which strategies truly work—and how to build a comprehensive, sustainable plan for your ADHD care.

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Should You Take Sleep Meds During a Take-Home Sleep Study?

A take-home sleep study measures breathing, oxygen, heart rate, and more to check for conditions like sleep apnea. It can’t diagnose insomnia or narcolepsy, but it’s a convenient way to gather real-world data. Unless directed otherwise, continue your usual sleep medications so the study reflects your typical night—and aim for at least two nights of testing for the clearest picture.

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Does ADHD Medication Help With “Time Blindness”?

Time blindness—late starts, overruns, missed transitions—is a common part of adult ADHD. Medication helps when the dose and hours match your day; structure and sleep do the rest. We track on-time rate, overrun, and start-latency to guide care. Celium Healthcare serves adults from our Portland clinic and statewide via telehealth.

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