Mental Health Library

This guide aims to give you an insight on what to tell your psych provider, from new medications to lifestyle changes, symptoms, and substance use. Sharing these details helps your provider offer better care and adjust your treatment accordingly.

This handout provides key nutrients your baby needs—like folate, calcium, iron, and protein—along with baby food suggestions and tips for picky eaters. Learn how to support your baby’s healthy development with practical advice and easy-to-implement feeding strategies.

This handout offers practical tips for resolving conflicts and handling the silent treatment in relationships. It provides clear, empathetic strategies to improve communication, avoid misunderstandings, and strengthen connections, making it a valuable guide for healthier, more open relationships.

If you’re thinking about quitting vaping or smoking, look no further. We’re here to give you the facts—no fluff, no scare tactics—just straight-up information to help you understand what you’re dealing with.

Anxiety in children can feel overwhelming—for both kids and parents. This handout dives into the signs, causes, and strategies to help your child navigate their feelings with confidence and support. Start understanding and empowering today

This handout offers essential tips for managing life with a traumatic brain injury (TBI), covering recovery strategies like rest, focus, and self-advocacy. It also explains TBI causes, providing practical advice for those navigating life post-injury. Perfect for quick, useful insights.

This handout explains how low vitamin D affects mood, bone health, immunity, sleep, and more. It highlights the importance of maintaining healthy levels to prevent long-term issues like chronic pain, heart disease, and osteoporosis. Essential reading for overall well-being.

Confused about how to apply for a 504 Plan? This guide simplifies the process, offering clear steps and tips to help you secure accommodations for your child's unique needs. Empower your advocacy with actionable advice today!

Suicide can be difficult to talk about, but recognizing the warning signs early could save a life. From mood swings to subtle changes in behavior, this guide helps you understand how to spot signs of someone struggling. Learn how to support those in need before it’s too late.

Explore sensory therapy options that can make a big difference in your child's daily life. This guide from Paperflower Institute provides practical strategies and therapies tailored to help your child thrive. Empower your journey with tools and resources that support your child’s unique needs

Need help navigating the IEP application process? This guide breaks down everything you need to know to secure the right support for your child’s unique needs. Learn the steps, tips, and resources to advocate effectively!

This handout offers practical, research-backed strategies for parents of teens with depression, focusing on listening without judgment, encouraging open conversations, and providing emotional support. It highlights the importance of empathy, direct communication, and adjusting expectations, empowering parents to better support their teen's mental health.

When starting a new medication, it's normal to experience some side effects. However, there are simple steps you can take to minimize these effects and make your experience more manageable.

Curious about how herbal supplements may impact serotonin levels? This handout breaks down key ingredients, their effects, and what to watch out for. Stay informed and prioritize safe, effective choices for your well-being

If you're navigating life with Adult ADHD, you’re not alone. Many people share your experience, and learning about how to manage it can make a big difference. ADHD impacts focus, organization, and time management, but with some adjustments, life can feel less overwhelming.

This is the second part of the handout that offers practical tips for adults with sensory processing challenges. It covers strategies for creating a sensory-friendly environment, managing daily routines, and using sensory tools, helping parents reduce stress and improve their child's well-being.

This handout explains the MTHFR gene mutation, its effects on folic acid processing, and how it can impact mood, energy, and health. It offers practical tips on supplements, diet changes, and managing symptoms for better well-being.

This is the first part of the handout that offers practical tips for parents to support children with sensory processing challenges. It covers strategies for creating a sensory-friendly environment, managing daily routines, and using sensory tools, helping parents reduce stress and improve their child's well-being.

This guide explores the stages of grief, normalizes emotions like daily crying and numbness, and offers coping strategies. It emphasizes that grief is personal and ongoing, encouraging self-compassion while navigating loss with support and understanding.

This guide offers simple, practical tips on exercise and diet to boost your mood, energy, and overall well-being. It’s designed to be relatable, stress-free, and achievable—perfect for anyone looking to make small, manageable changes to feel better.

Step into the journey of motherhood with confidence! 'Pregnancy 101: A Guide for First-Time Mothers' offers practical tips and insights to help you navigate this exciting time. Empower yourself with knowledge and embrace every moment of your pregnancy journey

Parenting a child with ADHD can be tough, but with the right strategies, you can help your child thrive. From building consistent routines to advocating for school support and using chore charts, this handout offers practical tips to make daily life smoother for both you and your kiddo.

Sleep hygiene isn't about cleanliness—it's about the habits, behaviors, and environment that impact your sleep quality. This guide is about all the things that you have to know in order to have a better sleep.

This guide offers a review of common marijuana withdrawal symptoms like mood swings, cravings, and trouble sleeping as well tips on management withdrawal. Perfect for anyone looking for help during the process or for those supporting someone who's quitting.

This handout explains the risks and benefits of using psychiatric medications during pregnancy and breastfeeding, including SSRIs, safer options, and those to avoid. It highlights the importance of managing mental health and encourages discussing personalized treatment with a provider.

This guide breaks down key facts about bipolar disorder, covering symptoms, triggers, and treatment options. It’s a quick, easy read for anyone wanting to understand bipolar disorder’s impact and how to manage it, especially if you or someone you know is affected.

This handout explains what to expect during your prenatal visit, covering key tests like blood pressure, urine, and GBS checks, along with fetal growth monitoring. It highlights essential screenings to ensure your and your baby’s health throughout pregnancy.

This handout explains trichotillomania, a hair-pulling disorder, covering its symptoms, causes, and treatment options. It offers practical advice on managing the condition through therapy and medication. Read it to better understand trichotillomania and available support options.

This handout explains GeneSight Testing, a genetic test that helps personalize medication choices for mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and ADHD. It guides patients on how the test works, its benefits, and factors to consider, such as insurance coverage and limitations.

This guide offers 11 practical tips for parents of children with anxiety, focusing on understanding, support, and coping strategies. Learn how to guide your child through anxious moments with validation, flexibility, and problem-solving without overwhelming them.

This handout explains how common medications can affect sleep, mood, or anxiety, and provides safe tapering guidelines. It also highlights herbal alternatives that may support mental health, with key advice to always consult a prescriber before making changes.

At Paperflower Psychiatry LLC, we understand that navigating special education services can feel overwhelming. Whether you're writing an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) or a 504B letter for your child, this guide will help you make sure your request is clear, professional, and legally sound. Below, you’ll find a sample letter and some tips to help you get started.

This handout explains postpartum depression (PPD) symptoms, causes, and when to seek help. It’s essential for new parents to recognize the signs early, understand the contributing factors, and know that support is available for their mental health.

This handout offers practical advice for first-time moms navigating pregnancy, covering essential tips like building a support team, pain management, creating a birth plan, and bonding with your baby. It’s an easy guide to help you feel more informed and prepared.

This handout provides an overview of supplements that may support ADHD, mood, and anxiety. It explains safe dosing, potential side effects, and tips for choosing quality brands, offering practical advice to help you make informed, effective supplement choices.

This guide offers a review about Lithium. Lithium is a mood stabilizer that's been around for a while. It's a pretty solid option, but like all meds, there are some things you need to know to make sure it's working well for you and that you're staying safe.

This handout offers a curated list of insightful books covering ADHD, trauma, mental health, and postpartum challenges. Each book provides valuable perspectives and practical advice to help readers better understand and navigate their mental health journeys. Perfect for personal growth.

This handout covers the basics of melatonin, including its effects, safe usage, potential side effects, and interactions with medications. It also offers tips for better sleep and insights into how melatonin can help with issues like anxiety and jet lag.