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We provide personalized, empathetic, and supportive psychiatric services to individuals and families across Georgia.

03/27/2026

Grounding Techniques for Anxiety

When anxiety starts to build, grounding techniques can help bring your mind back to the present moment. These simple strategies can calm the nervous system and reduce the intensity of anxious thoughts.

Some helpful grounding techniques include:

• 5-4-3-2-1 Exercise: Identify 5 things you can see, 4 you can touch, 3 you can hear, 2 you can smell, and 1 you can taste.
• Deep Breathing: Slow, steady breaths can help signal your body to relax.
• Body Awareness: Notice how your feet feel on the floor or the sensation of your hands resting on your lap.
• Temperature Change: Splash cold water on your face or hold an ice cube to bring attention back to the present moment.

These tools can be helpful in the moment, but if you continue to experience persistent worry, intrusive thoughts, or difficulty concentrating, additional support may be beneficial.

You don’t have to manage anxiety alone. Our practice offers therapy and medication management to help address anxiety, improve focus, and support your overall mental well-being.

If you’re struggling, reach out to our office to learn more about how we can help.
www.perimeter-behavioral.com

03/25/2026

Struggling with focus, overwhelm, or constant worry?

Many adults wonder whether their symptoms are related to ADHD or anxiety. The challenge is that these conditions often look very similar — both can cause difficulty concentrating, sleep problems, and feeling mentally overloaded.

However, the reason behind these symptoms can be very different, and understanding that difference is key to finding the right treatment.

We recently published a blog explaining the differences between ADHD and anxiety in adults and how to recognize the symptoms.

Read more here: https://perimeter-behavioral.com/blog/

03/20/2026

Digital Detox: Why Stepping Away from Screens Can Improve Your Mood

Our brains were not designed for constant notifications, scrolling, and digital stimulation. Over time, excessive screen time can contribute to rising anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and mental fatigue.

Taking intentional breaks from technology allows the brain to reset and helps restore healthier dopamine balance.

When we reduce screen time, we create space for:
✔️ Better focus
✔️ Stronger relationships
✔️ Healthier daily habits
✔️ Improved mental well-being

03/19/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our wonderful community for nominating us again for Best of Sandy Springs 2026 : Best Mental Health Practice 💙

Being recognized by our patients means so much to us. We truly enjoy providing personalized, supportive mental health care to individuals across Georgia—and especially here in Sandy Springs. Thank you for trusting us with your care.

If you have a moment, we would greatly appreciate your support to help us be recognized for the work we love to do!

🗳 Voting opens: March 19 at noon
🗳 Voting closes: March 25 at 11:59 PM

Vote here: https://atlantabestmedia.com/my-sandy-springs-best-of-2026/

Thank you for being such an amazing community! ✨

03/18/2026

Is Your Screen Time Affecting Your Mental Health?

Many adults today feel distracted, overwhelmed, or mentally exhausted—and assume they may have attention problems. But sometimes the real issue isn’t ADHD. It’s the constant pull of our screens.

Excessive social media and device use can overstimulate the brain, disrupt dopamine balance, and make it harder to focus on deeper tasks.

Setting intentional boundaries with technology—even small ones—can help reset your brain, improve mood, and restore mental clarity.

Learn how a digital detox can support better focus, productivity, and mental wellness in our latest blog.

https://perimeter-behavioral.com/blog/

03/12/2026

Many people think ADHD only affects children. In reality, many adults live with ADHD symptoms for years before realizing there may be an underlying explanation.

ADHD in adults doesn’t always look like hyperactivity. It often shows up in more subtle ways.

Here are some commonly overlooked signs:

1️⃣ Constant procrastination—even on tasks you care about
2️⃣ Difficulty starting or finishing projects
3️⃣ Feeling overwhelmed by organization or time management
4️⃣ Frequently losing items like keys, phones, or paperwork
5️⃣ Trouble staying focused in meetings or conversations
6️⃣ Jumping between tasks but struggling to complete them
7️⃣ Feeling mentally exhausted from trying to keep everything organized

Many adults assume these challenges are simply part of their personality or stress levels. But for some people, they may be related to ADHD.

If you’ve been questioning whether ADHD could be affecting your focus, productivity, or daily life, support is available. Our providers offer comprehensive ADHD evaluations and testing to help provide clarity and guide treatment options.

Reach out to our office to learn more about scheduling an evaluation. www.perimeter-behavioral.com

03/11/2026

Use Your Pantry as a Pharmacy

What we eat directly impacts how our brains function.

Nutrition plays a key role in supporting mood, energy, and focus. Filling your body with whole, nourishing foods can help promote mental wellness.

Think of your pantry as part of your healthcare routine:
🥬 Fruits and vegetables for essential nutrients
🐟 Healthy fats for brain function
🍳 Lean proteins to support neurotransmitters

Clean fuel helps create a strong foundation for both physical and mental health.

03/09/2026

Exercise isn’t just for physical fitness—it’s one of the most powerful tools for improving mental health.

When you move your body, it releases endorphins, often called the body’s natural “feel-good” chemicals. These help reduce stress, improve mood, and increase energy.

You don’t need an intense workout to see benefits.
✔️ A walk outside
✔️ Stretching or yoga
✔️ Light strength training

Even small amounts of movement can support your mental well-being.

03/06/2026

Many people notice that their mood, energy, and motivation take a hit during the colder, darker months. As spring approaches, our bodies and minds sometimes need time to catch up with the changing season.

The good news? Small habits can make a powerful difference.

☀️ Get outside for sunlight each day
🚶 Move your body regularly
🥗 Nourish your brain with whole foods

Mental health isn’t just about what’s happening in our thoughts—it’s also influenced by how we care for our bodies.

What’s one healthy habit you’re focusing on this month?

03/04/2026

Honored by One Community. Dedicated to Many.

We are grateful to share that Perimeter Behavioral has been nominated for Best Psychiatric Practice by the Atlanta Jewish Times.

We are deeply thankful to the readers and patients who nominated us — your trust and support mean so much to our entire team.

While this recognition comes from one community publication, our mission has always been to serve individuals and families of all backgrounds, faiths, and walks of life. Our providers reflect that diversity, and we are proud to care for a beautifully diverse patient community.

If you feel we have made a meaningful impact, we would truly appreciate your support. Please click the link below to cast your vote.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MGXGG95

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey.

Address

5887 Glenridge Drive, Suite 230
Sandy Springs, GA
30328

Telephone

(770)3707188

Website

https://perimeter-behavioral.com/schedule-appointment/

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