The Relationship Between Alcohol and Anxiety
Anxiety disorders are different from the day-to-day anxiety everyone experiences in stressful situations. For people with anxiety disorders, daily life can seem physically and emotionally overwhelming, and they may turn to alcohol to cope. If you or someone you love has a substance use disorder, an alcohol and anxiety treatment program can address both concerns […]
Alcohol Awareness Month: Signs of a Functioning Alcoholic
Anyone with an alcohol use disorder—a condition that makes people unable to control their drinking—can benefit from an alcoholic treatment program. Their symptoms don’t have to be severe. Many people who need treatment may fit the definition of “functioning alcoholics” or people with alcohol use disorders who appear successful in daily life. During Alcohol Awareness […]
The Role Bipolar Disorder Plays in Addiction
Mental health conditions and substance abuse are frequently connected. Bipolar disorder and addiction, for instance, often have a relationship to one another. If you or someone you love is experiencing symptoms of both bipolar disorder and addiction, you’ll want to recognize the signs and pursue treatment that addresses both co-occurring conditions. Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder […]
Observing World Bipolar Day in March
Bipolar disorder, a mental health condition that causes extreme shifts in mood and energy, affects about 2.8% of the United States population and many more people worldwide. People diagnosed with bipolar disorder face unique challenges and social stigma. World Bipolar Day, celebrated each year on March 30, is an ongoing effort to increase global understanding […]
Do I Have Social Anxiety?
Are everyday social situations a source of crippling fear or anxiety? Do you struggle to navigate social interactions that are seemingly effortless for your friends and family? If so, you may be exhibiting social anxiety symptoms and wonder if you will ever learn how to overcome social anxiety. We know the signs of social anxiety […]
3 Signs of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a common mental illness that features extreme mood changes that impact over 5 million Americans. You may experience high periods of mania which contrast with depressive lows, and at times, simultaneous ups and downs that can be mentally debilitating without bipolar assistance programs. If you fear that you or a loved one […]
What is dual diagnosis Treatment
Statistics show that nearly half of all individuals diagnosed with a substance use disorder also suffer from a mental health issue. This is known as a dual diagnosis. Individuals battling on two fronts will require a personalized dual diagnosis treatment plan capable of addressing both disorders. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, or another […]
The Effects of Childhood Trauma on Addiction
What happens to us as children often shapes our personalities as adults. When those influences are negative, they can have outsized impacts on our actions, including turning to substance abuse. Researchers have long been curious about the links between childhood trauma and addiction. It does seem that many individuals who survived chaos during their childhood […]
Chemical Dependence in the Medical Profession
The high stress of working in the medical field can be hard to manage for many people. From med school to working long hours in a hospital emergency room, many people find themselves overwhelmed, stressed, and in need of relief. Experience in pharmacology does not make people less likely to become chemically dependent. If you […]
