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Enhancing Patient Care with MedEZ Group Notes

Behavioral health and substance abuse facilities are crucial in addressing the mental and emotional well-being of individuals struggling with various conditions. The documentation of patient information and progress is essential in ensuring effective treatment. MedEZ, an integrated Electronic Health Record system, offers an innovative solution by providing Group Notes tailored explicitly to behavioral health and substance abuse facilities’ unique needs. This blog will explore how MedEZ Group Notes can enhance patient care and streamline administrative tasks.

The Power of Group Notes […]

By |2023-10-11T12:17:01-04:00October 11th, 2023|behavioral health, EHR, mental health|2 Comments

Seasonal Affective Disorder SAD – Summer Coping Tips

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of major depressive disorder (MDD) that occurs mostly during the winter months. There is no clear cause of SAD. Less sunlight and shorter days are thought to be linked to a chemical change in the brain and may be part of the cause of seasonal affective disorder. Melatonin, a sleep-related hormone, also may be linked.  SAD is occasionally referred to as “winter depression” since the symptoms are typically more noticeable and severe during […]

By |2023-08-08T07:21:55-04:00June 8th, 2023|behavioral health, mental health|4 Comments

Benefits of E-Prescribing in Today’s Healthcare

When working in Behavioral Health and Substance Abuse Facilities, a doctor may encounter many difficulties when examining a new patient and attempting to determine what drugs they may be taking, or which medications will work best for them. Electronic prescribing, often known as “E-Prescribing,” allows health care practitioners to enter prescription information into a computer device, such as a tablet, laptop, or desktop computer, and securely transfer the prescription to pharmacies using a specific software program and network access.

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Stress: 5 Tips to Cope

It’s natural to feel stressed from time to time, but how do you define stress? What effect does it have on our overall health? What can we do to better understand how to deal with it? When we are under stress, our bodies react in a certain way. A major challenge or threat causes chemicals and hormones to surge throughout your body. We instinctively respond like this in the face of danger, and it’s why our ancestors overcame occasional dangers.

What […]

By |2022-12-31T03:16:07-05:00February 4th, 2022|behavioral health, mental health|1 Comment

The Holiday Blues: How to cope

There is nothing more joyous than spending time with family and friends during the holiday season. But unwelcome guests — stress and depression, can cause the holiday blues. This time of year can be lonely for those who are unable to see their family or friends. But, even when you are with people you love, Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve can be challenging. We are always busy with the pursuit of perfect gifts, travel arrangements, never-ending parties, and obligations […]

By |2022-12-31T03:16:34-05:00December 10th, 2021|holiday blues, mental health|0 Comments

Addiction Recovery: The Role of Therapy

Mental health officials increasingly see substance abuse and addiction as mental health issues. In recent years, it has been viewed less as a sign of criminal activity and more as a mental disorder worthy of empathy and compassion, just like any other health condition.

The use of substances stimulates neurochemical changes that release dopamine and strengthen the association between a desired emotional state and a particular behavior. An individual is more likely to relapse if they use the substance regularly and […]

Key Differences Between EHR and EMR

The terms “EHR” and “EMR” are often heard in medical practices, but most people aren’t aware of their differences. Our company MedEZ™, as an EHR provider, frequently sees these terms used interchangeably and wanted to explain how they differ in the medical field.

There will always be an industry’s own vernacular, with terms that are used inside that are difficult for outsiders to understand but necessary for players to understand. In addition to categorizing professionals from non-experts, Jargon saves people time […]

Coping With Stress As A Healthcare Worker

After more than a year of being in the frontlines of the pandemic, healthcare workers have had to deal with strong emotions — such as stress and anxiety. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention emphasizes the need for healthcare workers to recognize what stress looks like and take adequate steps to cope with it.

How The Pandemic Added To The Industry’s Stress

Stress from traumatic events impacts each […]

By |2024-03-01T01:49:21-05:00June 3rd, 2021|health, Healthcare Industry, mental health|0 Comments

Children’s Mental Health: Feeling Safe, Confident and Healthy

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — a month filled with advocating for a variety of mental health issues. Since last week’s focus was children’s mental health, we’re sharing tips on making kids feel safe, confident and healthy.

Making Them Feel Safe

Creating a sense of safety — both emotionally and physically — is vital for kids’ mental health. According to the National Association of School Psychologists, feeling connected and welcomed allows children […]

By |2024-03-01T04:12:02-05:00May 13th, 2021|health, mental health|0 Comments
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