Alcohol is everywhere in modern society. Watch a single segment of commercials, and you may see multiple advertisements that involve alcohol. However, even though our culture is steeped in the stuff, many people do not have the rosy relationship with alcohol that is depicted on television. Instead of cracking open a cold beer on the … Read more
Choosing a quality treatment center can often be an overwhelming process, especially when you’re choosing a drug treatment option for the first time. You may not know off-hand which therapies you need or whether drug and alcohol detox is necessary. You may also be confused about whether you need inpatient treatment or outpatient treatment. At … Read more
You may have major depression, also termed clinical depression, if you feel dismal and despair all the time. It may be hard to work, concentrate, rest, eat, and engage with friends and hobbies if you suffer from major depression or mood disorder. Some people experience clinical depression just once in their lives, whereas others experience … Read more
Prozac may be used to help prevent depression and anxiety. This is aside from its use for treating depression and other mental health issues. It is a member of a class of drugs known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Like other selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), Prozac affects how brain cells react to the … Read more
When you have both a substance use disorder and mental health issues, a dual diagnosis treatment center can give you the best possible chance at experiencing a full recovery. These treatment centers offer therapies that can help you recover from both disorders simultaneously, so you face a reduced risk of relapse after your treatment program … Read more
If you feel like mental health problems are taking over your life, you are not alone. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), almost one in five adults in the United States lived with a mental health problem in 2020. Whether they struggled with symptoms of depression, anxiety, bipolar, or PTSD—the experience is … Read more
