Behavioral Health
What Benefits a Social Media Break Can Give You
Post Date: Apr 10, 2024
Behavioral HealthSocial media's positive and negative impacts on our lives are a nearly constant topic in our society. The first online social network was founded in...
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7 Ways to Boost Your Mood for Free
Post Date: Mar 13, 2024
Behavioral HealthWhen you’re feeling down, it’s not always easy to know how to cheer yourself up. If you or someone you know needs emergency help in...
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5 Ways to Manage Your Seasonal Depression
Post Date: Jan 17, 2024
Behavioral HealthIn a northern climate like the Gallatin Valley, where days are painfully short in winter, it’s common to hear terms like seasonal depression, seasonal affective...
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The 4 C’s Of Substance Abuse: What it Means For You
Post Date: Dec 13, 2023
Behavioral HealthThe problem with the general term “addiction” is that it’s often overused. But it’s important to be able to tell when a behavior relates to...
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Symptoms of PTSD in Veterans
Post Date: Nov 15, 2023
Behavioral HealthNot all wounds are visible. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health diagnosis that impacts many servicemen and women. But anyone can experience...
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5 Things to Look For In a Behavioral Health Counselor
Post Date: Oct 25, 2023
Behavioral HealthSometimes, finding the right counselor can feel more overwhelming than trying to get by without help. But that doesn’t have to be the case. Simplify...
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8 Ways to Naturally Reduce Anxiety
Post Date: Oct 04, 2023
Behavioral HealthFeelings of anxiety range on a spectrum from heart beating fast and stomach churning after a stressful situation up to a chronic clinical disorder that...
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Behavioral Health Issues That Are On the Rise Right Now
Post Date: Sep 06, 2023
Behavioral HealthThe Covid-19 pandemic made a big impact on mental and behavioral health across the country. And though the effects of the pandemic are fading in...
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Signs of Postpartum Depression and Resources for Help
Post Date: Aug 02, 2023
Behavioral HealthHaving a baby is a big adventure that brings joy to many parents. But it can also come with a lot of stress, uncertainty, sleep...
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Signs of Substance Abuse in Your Teen
Post Date: Jul 12, 2023
Behavioral HealthAccording to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, 8.33% of 12- to 17-year-olds nationwide report using drugs in the last month, and 50% of...
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8 Ways You Can Support New Parents
Post Date: Jul 05, 2023
Behavioral HealthBeing a new parent can be overwhelming. It’s a whole new world, with lots of love. But sometimes, it can be hard. They might be...
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6 Signs You Should Seek Help for ADHD
Post Date: Jun 21, 2023
Behavioral HealthAttention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) can be tricky to diagnose. Multiple factors, from parents, healthcare professionals, environmental factors, and teachers, can all play a role...
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Substance Abuse Support Options in Southwest Montana
Post Date: May 31, 2023
Behavioral HealthSubstance abuse can be hard to get through alone. But the good news is that there are many resources out there to help. And you...
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Ways to Reach Out When You're in a Behavioral Health Crisis
Post Date: May 17, 2023
Behavioral HealthBehavioral health crises can vary a lot. They can be different from person to person, as well as from situation to situation. According to the...
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Youth Suicide Prevention
Post Date: Apr 26, 2023
Behavioral HealthIf you or someone you know is in crisis, call 988 for 24/7 mental health support. If someone is in danger of harming themself or...
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Crisis Mental Health Services Gallatin County
Post Date: Apr 12, 2023
Behavioral HealthA mental health crisis can be terrifying. These are situations where a person’s behavior, feelings, or actions could put themself or others in harm’s way...
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6 Benefits of Group Therapy
Post Date: Mar 01, 2023
Behavioral HealthGroup therapy can be a hugely beneficial practice. When you are dealing with complex life events or mental health struggles, therapy is a proven way...
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4 Benefits for Parents at CHP
Post Date: Feb 22, 2023
Behavioral HealthParenting can feel very isolating, especially when working through challenges with your child. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. And with CHP...
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The Difference Between a Panic Attack and an Anxiety Attack
Post Date: Feb 15, 2023
Behavioral HealthIt can be terrifying when you’re stressed out and start feeling tightness in your chest and trouble breathing. Many people might think this is a...
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Understanding The Basics of SSRIs
Post Date: Feb 01, 2023
Behavioral HealthAs we continue to work on destigmatizing mental health, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors (SSRIs) are being more frequently prescribed by doctors to treat various behavioral...
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The Shift in Behavioral Health & Sports
Post Date: Jan 18, 2023
Behavioral HealthRecently, we’ve seen a shift in thinking around competitive sports. Simone Biles, US Olympic athlete, withdrew from competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games to focus...
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7 Ways to Ease Seasonal Depression
Post Date: Jan 11, 2023
Behavioral Health, Preventative CareSeasonal affective disorder (SAD), also known as seasonal depression or winter blues, can hit hard in northern climates like Montana. That’s partly because one of...
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CHP West Yellowstone Medical Clinic Closing
Post Date: Dec 13, 2022
Medical, Behavioral HealthIt is with gratitude and sadness that Community Health Partners announces the closing of our West Yellowstone medical clinic. As of the end of business...
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Signs of an Eating Disorder in Your Loved One
Post Date: Sep 28, 2022
Behavioral HealthEating disorders aren’t biased, they affect people of every age, race, gender, etc. According to the National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders, eating...
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5 Facts That Challenge the Stigma Around Mental Health Issues
Post Date: Jul 06, 2022
Behavioral HealthMental health issues have been impacting people’s lives for far longer than we’ve been talking about it. And talking about mental health more openly is...
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Is It Okay to Drink Alcohol While on Antidepressants?
Post Date: Jun 22, 2022
Behavioral Health, PharmacyDrinking alcohol can be a social experience, a way to relax, or a form of cultural engagement. It can also lead to unhealthy dependencies and...
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Signs of Bipolar Disorder
Post Date: Jun 01, 2022
Behavioral HealthBipolar disorder impacts an estimated 4.4% of US adults at some point in their lives, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. It takes...
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5 Signs Your Drinking Habits May Be Becoming a Problem
Post Date: May 11, 2022
Behavioral HealthHaving a few drinks with friends can be a lot of fun. But, for some people, casual drinking can become a problem. According to 201...
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10 Ways to Cope With Mental Health Challenges During the Pandemic
Post Date: May 04, 2022
Behavioral HealthWhile the pandemic may be past its peak, many are still feeling the reverberations of two years of isolation, stress and hardship. Many Montanans are...
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How CHP Addresses Behavioral Health Differently
Post Date: Apr 20, 2022
Behavioral HealthBehavioral health isn’t just about treating mental illness. Behavioral health – as opposed to mental health – describes the connection between a person’s behaviors and...
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Is My Child Struggling With a Behavioral Health Issue? Here's What to Look For
Post Date: Mar 30, 2022
Behavioral HealthPeople are going through hard times right now – kids included. So, as a parent, how do you know whether or not your child is...
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Let's Talk About Health Equity in Montana
Post Date: Mar 09, 2022
Behavioral Health, Learning Partners, Community PartnershipsMontana has a lot of positives about it. From mountain views and outdoor recreation that contribute to a high quality of life, to growing town...
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Montana Resources For When You're in a Mental Health Crisis
Post Date: Feb 16, 2022
Behavioral HealthMental health crises can come up without warning, and they can be life-threatening. If you feel stuck, helpless, worthless or anxious to the point where...
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How to Identify Depression in Your Teen
Post Date: Jan 19, 2022
Behavioral Health, Parent SupportA recent CDC survey found 41% of Montana high school students self-reported feelings of depression in 2020 – the highest number ever reported. Roughly ...
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How to Prepare for Health & Safety This Winter
Post Date: Dec 15, 2021
Behavioral HealthIn a chaotic and tumultuous year, it’s easy to feel like things are out of your control. However, one thing you can control is preparing...
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5 Signs You Should See a Behavioral Health Counselor
Post Date: Dec 08, 2021
Behavioral HealthBehavioral health refers to how your daily actions and habits impact your mental and physical health. You might think of it as an umbrella that...
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The State of Men’s Mental Health in Montana
Post Date: Nov 10, 2021
Behavioral HealthNovember is the month for focusing on men’s health, for men and anyone who has a man they care about in their life. Movember isn’t...
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5 Beginner Hikes in Southwest Montana
Post Date: Aug 18, 2021
Behavioral HealthThe love for hiking is strong in Southwest Montana, where outdoor adventures fuel many people’s days off. And hiking has plenty of proven benefits as...
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6 Ways to Cope with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Post Date: Dec 16, 2020
Behavioral HealthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) takes its toll on about 5 percent of U.S. adults, according to the American Psychiatric Association. This form of seasonal depression...
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The Belgrade Middle School Panther Clinic Comes to Belgrade
Post Date: Sep 23, 2020
News & Press, Medical, Behavioral HealthWe are excited to bring you a new announcement for Belgrade, Montana, and CHP’s services in the community. As of Wednesday, September 16th, Belgrade School...
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Where Montana Needs Help
Post Date: Aug 12, 2020
Behavioral HealthThe state of Montana is often seen as idyllic from the outside, with beautiful mountain vistas, wide-open spaces and plenty of activities to be had...
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5 Tips for Addressing Behavioral Health with your Friends and Family
Post Date: Jul 22, 2020
News & Press, COVID 19, Behavioral HealthYears ago, when someone broke their arm or leg, they might have someone sign their cast. More recently, many people with the same afflictions tend...
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CHP-Belgrade Clinic: Local Community Partners for Healthy Living
Post Date: Jul 01, 2020
Medical, Behavioral HealthAs health needs continue to grow in the Gallatin Valley, our local communities’ needs for growth come along with it. In places like Belgrade, the...
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The CHP Differentiator
Post Date: Jun 17, 2020
Dental, Medical, COVID 19, Behavioral HealthBoth Gallatin and Park Counties have many options for good healthcare. We have three hospitals as well as a multitude of same-day surgery centers, urgent...
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