Rivertown Psychiatry at Opelika

07/29/2025

📚🧠 Back-to-School Mental Health Reminder

As students head back to school, it’s important to remember that this transition can bring excitement and stress—for both kids and parents. New schedules, academic pressures, and social changes can feel overwhelming.

✨ Tips to Support Mental Wellness This School Year:

Talk openly about feelings and listen without judgment.

Establish routines to create a sense of stability.

Encourage healthy sleep, nutrition, and exercise.

Watch for signs of anxiety, depression, or burnout.

Reach out for help when things feel too heavy.

At Rivertown Psychiatry and Rivertown Counseling Center, we’re here to support you and your family every step of the way. Whether it’s adjusting to new challenges or managing ongoing mental health needs, our team is ready to help.

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07/21/2025

🧠💬 Mid-Month Mental Health Check-In — Let’s Talk Psychiatry 💬🧠
As we move through the month, take a moment to check in with yourself:
How’s your mood?
Your sleep?
Your focus?
Your overall mental clarity?

If things feel off, inconsistent, or like you’re barely getting through the day — you’re not alone. Many people struggle silently with anxiety, depression, mood changes, or attention difficulties, thinking they just have to "push through."

But here's the truth: you don’t have to do it alone, and help is available.

At Rivertown, our psychiatric providers offer compassionate, evidence-based care to help you find the right support — including medication management when it's appropriate. Whether you’re considering starting medication or need help adjusting your current treatment, we’re here to help you feel more like you again.

📞 Ready to take the next step? Call today or visit our walk-in clinic

Because mental wellness is not a luxury — it’s essential.
And so are you.

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06/19/2025

🌿 End of Week Check-In 🌿

As the week comes to a close, take a moment to pause and check in with yourself.

✨ How are you feeling—physically, emotionally, mentally?

✨ What went well this week?

✨ What are you proud of, no matter how small?

Remember, rest is productive. Healing isn’t linear. And making it through another week is something to celebrate. 💚

Take time this weekend to recharge in a way that feels good to you. You deserve it.

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06/09/2025

06/04/2025

📱 Let’s Talk About Mental Health & Social Media 🧠

Social media connects us—but it can also consume us.

Constant comparison, doom-scrolling, and pressure to “always be on” can increase anxiety, loneliness, and low self-esteem. Studies show that heavy social media use is linked to higher rates of depression, especially in teens and young adults.

If you find yourself:

Feeling worse after scrolling

Comparing your life to others

Struggling with sleep or focus

…it might be time to check in with your mental health.

🌟 At Rivertown Psychiatry, we help individuals of all ages set healthy boundaries and reconnect with real-life balance.

You’re not alone—and there is help.
📍Call us today to get started.

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05/26/2025

Rivertown Psychiatry is open today and here to support your mental wellness needs.

On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We are deeply grateful for their courage and service.

Wishing everyone a safe and reflective day.

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05/21/2025

🧠 Mental Health Check-In: Let’s Talk Burnout 💬

Burnout isn’t just about being tired — it’s a real mental health issue that’s affecting more people than ever in 2025. Whether it’s from work, school, caregiving, or just trying to keep up with everything going on in the world, burnout can lead to anxiety, depression, and serious emotional exhaustion.

You are not alone. It’s okay to slow down. It’s okay to ask for help. And it’s definitely okay to prioritize your mental health. 💚

💡 Here’s a gentle reminder:
✔ Take breaks
✔ Say no when you need to
✔ Disconnect from social media sometimes
✔ Talk to someone — a friend, a therapist, or a support group

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09/06/2024

Being a teenager can be tough, but it shouldn’t feel hopeless. Check these symptoms and find out what you can do if you think your teen might have depression.

https://go.nih.gov/dGGEwYi

This fact sheet is intended for teens and young adults and presents information about how to recognize the symptoms of depression and how to get help.