Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is usually associated with military veterans. While it is true that PTSD is often a result of war or combat, there are also many other causes that affect people from all walks of life. June is PTSD Awareness Month and, [...]
May is Mental Health Month. In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, the emphasis on mental health is critically important. Stress and anxiety are common during these challenging times, for most people across the country and across the world. Even in normal times, mental [...]
People are social beings. Whether your social circle consists of a large number of contacts or a select few friends and family members, you need that connection for your physical and mental health. During the coronavirus outbreak, you probably cannot connect with your circle [...]
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected virtually every person across the globe in some form. Those who are not identified as essential workers are either working from home or being laid off from their jobs. Everyone is focused on keeping social distances and staying safe and healthy. People with [...]
In a time of social distancing, isolation, and quarantine, people throughout the world are experiencing a wide range of emotions and practical challenges. Quarantine is a strict separation from others, a step that has become necessary for many as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to spread. How do you [...]
Almost a third of people in the US who have been diagnosed with a substance use disorder also have a mental illness. Those who are diagnosed with both are described as having co-occurring disorders. This is also referred to as a dual diagnosis. Understanding co-occurring disorders more clearly [...]
Early exposure and a brain that is still developing leave teens more vulnerable to substance abuse and addiction. The earlier a person begins to use drugs or alcohol, the more likely they are to progress to serious use and abuse. Behavioral neuroscientist and Bucknell University professor Judith Grisel [...]
Researchers studying the use and abuse of alcohol in the US from 1999 to 2017 have discovered some startling statistics. While the focus within the past few years has been primarily on the increase of opioid abuse and the crisis created by opioid-related overdoses and deaths, the [...]
We all experience traumatic events at various points in our lives. We may be in or witness a car accident. We may have been the victim of abuse or a violent crime. We may get stuck in an elevator on our way to the office. Each of [...]
When we think of loss, we often associate it with the death of a loved one. Loss can come in many other forms, however, that can be just as difficult in the way they challenge us. We can grieve over the loss of a marriage or serious [...]
For many in recovery, the holidays are a source of stress. If you’re concerned about maintaining sobriety during the holiday season, know that you’re not alone. Now is the time to remind yourself why you no longer use drugs and alcohol, so you can [...]
Psychotherapy has been used for well over a century as a tool to improve a person’s mental health. By the end of the 19th century, Sigmund Freud was using the “talking cure” to help his patients better understand their own minds. Though the field of psychology has become [...]
Some addiction professionals describe substance use disorders as family diseases. This idea speaks to the many ways that addiction indirectly affects those close to someone with a substance use disorder. Addiction impacts families in many ways, and it can create feelings of abandonment, stress, [...]
If you are seeking information about addiction or mental health treatment, you are likely looking for help, either for yourself or your loved one. Understanding the different types of resources available can be confusing and overwhelming as there are so many options. How do [...]
Manufacturers of vaping products have touted e-cigarettes as a safe alternative to smoking. That’s created a lot of misinformation about the safety of vaping devices, which we are now learning can present a much greater threat to users than manufacturers originally promised. An outbreak of vaping-related injuries and deaths have [...]
Letter To The Family About Our Therapeutic Consulting and Intervention Services Dear Family Member, Thank you for coming in to meet with us today to discuss the current situation with your family member. We are confident we possess the experience and expertise to help you with [...]
Conventional wisdom says that a person with a substance use disorder can only become sober if they are willing to change. Managing an addictive disease is incredibly difficult, so this idea makes sense. However, as the U.S. struggles to deal with the toll of [...]
