Posts by Traci Marando

Mood disorders and attachment issues often present with overlapping symptoms, making misdiagnosis a significant challenge for mental health providers to flesh out. The core of this issue lies in how early relational experiences shape an individual’s emotional regulation, self-perception, and interpersonal functioning, all of which can mimic the diagnostic criteria for various mood disorders. Here’s…

In our modern world, the conversation around mental health is thankfully becoming more open to alternative methods of healing. Yet for many, the path to healing still feels confined to using pharmaceuticals. While psychiatric medications play a vital role for countless individuals, a growing movement is championing a broader, more empowering approach: holistic psychiatry. Holistic…