Are you curious about elimination disorders and how they are diagnosed and treated? This informative blog post will delve into the world of elimination disorders, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of these conditions. Whether you’re a concerned parent or simply interested in psychiatric diagnoses,..
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Bulimia Nervosa: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Bulimia Nervosa is a severe and complex mental health disorder affecting millions worldwide. As a psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience, I have seen firsthand the devastating impact of bulimia nervosa on individuals and their families. In this series called “Demystifying..
Exploring the Depths of Grief: Uncovering the Layers with Dr. Cristi Bundukamara
Grief is a complex and multifaceted emotion that affects individuals in many ways. Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, aka Dr. B, a psychiatric nurse practitioner and a grief expert, has shared her experience of going through the 45 Days of Grief series and highlighted the importance of..
Demystifying the DSM: Binge Eating Disorder
Are you familiar with the term “Binge Eating Disorder”? It’s a condition that affects millions of people around the world. Despite its prevalence, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding this disorder, which is why it’s important to demystify the DSM, the diagnostic manual..
Special Episode of COSILoveYou
Learn about the importance of mental health in the home with Dr. B on this special episode of COSILoveYou. Mental Health In The Home Monday, May 1, 2023 “In this episode, we continue our focus on mental health, turning our attention to how it shows..
Dysthymia or Persistent Depressive Disorder
Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed., PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, continues her series, “Demystifying the DSM,” with an explanation of dysthymia or persistent depressive disorder. What is Dysthymia or Persistent Depressive Disorder? It is not common to see patients..
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
PMDD, or premenstrual dysphoric disorder, is a real disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-V). Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, Ed., PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, explains this disorder, related disorders that it may..
Community Highlights: Meet Cristi Bundukamara of Mentally Strong Academy
My name is Dr. Cristi Bundukamara, many call me Dr. B. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC), a Doctor of Healthcare Education (Ed.D), a daughter, a sister, a wife, a mother, and a friend. I have been through unimaginable trials in my..
Are Your Thoughts Limiting Your Potential?
Cristi Bundukamara, Ed. D, PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, discusses the effects of our thoughts on our potential and how we can become mentally stronger. The Effects of Negative Thinking Our thoughts – what we think daily and..
Making Time for Your Mental Health
Cristi Bundukamara, Ed. D, PMHNP (aka, Dr. B.), founder and creator of the Mentally STRONG Method, has over 20 years of clinical experience and has learned from her professional and personal experiences the importance of making time for mental health. Mental Health is for Everyone..