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
When someone is in the early stages of their recovery process, friends and family members play a significant role in their success. At first, having a newly sober person around can be confusing and sensitive for everyone outside the treatment center walls. Wondering what to say or do in the presence of a newly sober … Read more
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (or DBT) treats Borderline Personality Disorder, a condition that often coincides with addiction, trauma, and instability. Borderline Personality Disorder affects tens of millions of Americans (more than schizophrenia or bipolar). People with BPD often also struggle with co-occurring substance abuse or drug addiction. DBT is highly effective at reducing symptoms of Borderline … Read more
Social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and TikTok can often make alcohol use seem incredibly classy and fun. Social media can alter your perception of alcohol, regardless of whether or not you are an experienced drinker or have a general understanding of how alcohol can affect your health. Exposure to alcohol content on social media … Read more
