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Spring Cleaning for Your Mind: Why a Wellness Checkup Might Be the Reset You've Been Waiting For.
Every spring, we purge the closets, deep clean the garage, and finally tackle that storage unit we've been avoiding since November. We donate, declutter, and reorganize — and it feels good. There's something powerful about clearing out what's been weighing you down. But here's what most people skip: the inside job. Spring is the perfect time to check in on your mental and emotional health — and one of the most overlooked ways to do that is through a simple wellness exam with
Monique Manderson
Apr 223 min read


Your First Psychiatric Evaluation: What It Is, Why It Matters, and What to Expect By: Monique L. Manderson, DNP(c), MBA, FNP-C, PMHNP-BC
If you've never seen a psychiatric provider before, the idea of a "psychiatric evaluation" might feel intimidating — even a little mysterious. You might wonder what they'll ask, what they'll find, or what happens next. That uncertainty is completely normal, and it's one of the reasons we want to walk you through exactly what this process looks like at Stages Health & Wellness. The short answer: a psychiatric evaluation is a conversation. A thorough, thoughtful one — but a con
Monique Manderson
Apr 102 min read


Top Benefits of Avocados
“An avocado a day may keep the doctor away.” Avocados offer several potential benefits for mental health due to their nutrient content....
Monique Manderson
Apr 15, 20241 min read
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