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Behavioral Health EHR: Clinical Notes

Clinical notes are an essential component of any electronic health record (EHR) system, especially for behavioral health. The behavioral health field is unique in that it requires providers to take a holistic approach to patient care, considering not only psychological symptoms but also physical, social, and environmental factors.

Here are some reasons why clinical notes are important for behavioral health EHR software:

  1. Comprehensive Patient Care

Clinical notes provide an in-depth look at a patient’s medical history, including diagnosis, treatments, and assessments. This […]

By |2023-08-08T07:21:30-04:00June 23rd, 2023|behavioral health, EHR, Mental Health, Substance Abuse|Comments Off on Behavioral Health EHR: Clinical Notes

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|Comments Off on Seasonal Affective Disorder SAD – Summer Coping Tips
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