Most people have experienced sadness or loneliness at some point in their lives. Whether these feelings are brought about by failing an important test or the passing of a loved one, sadness is a familiar emotion. If someone close to us is battling these feelings, we are quick to take them out to lunch or…
Many moving pieces make up the fabrics of our daily lives. From family and friends to work and the hobbies we enjoy in our free time, all these pieces and many more come together to make us who we are. However, the same things that add color and variety to our lives may also distract…
Whether dealing with mental health concerns or substance use disorder, finding the right treatment to address symptoms is essential. Medication, therapy, and rehab are some of the better-known options available to those seeking hope, healing, and recovery. However, some treatment options, like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), are less well-known but offer significant benefits to those…
Mental health issues are becoming better understood and accepted in American society. Most people have some experience with mental health issues or knowledge of a friend or family member who is dealing with them. With greater acceptance and various treatment options ranging from therapy and life coaching to rehabilitation and medication, you would expect people…
A borderline personality disorder is a mental health disorder that is characterized by severe mood swings. BPD causes people to feel a great sense of abandonment that directly affects many parts of their lives. There will be signs you can look out for to understand better if BPD is something to be concerned about. BPD…
Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition characterized by extreme mood swings, including episodes of mania (elevated mood) and depression (low mood). This disorder affects approximately 3% of the adult population in the United States, with women being equally likely to develop bipolar disorder as men. However, bipolar symptoms in women can manifest differently than…
It is quite common to have a co-occurring mental health condition alongside a substance use disorder. In fact, anxiety and panic attacks are often associated with withdrawal symptoms once someone stops using an addictive substance like alcohol. Anxiety disorders can be very disruptive and hinder the path to recovery. Panic attacks and anxiety from alcohol…
What is trauma-informed care? It is a form of care that recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms and their role in shaping an individual’s life after a trauma. Understanding trauma and its treatment is easier when looking at trauma-informed care examples, goals, and outcomes. These examples and the best treatment outcomes form the basis of…
Anxiety is a natural response to stress and uncertainty, which everyone experiences occasionally. However, when anxiety becomes persistent, overwhelming, and interferes with daily life, it may be classified as an anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders affect tens of millions of adults in the United States, and women are twice as likely to be affected as men.…
Unlike many problematic and addictive substances, alcohol is both legal and readily available in the United States. Alcohol consumption is often seen as a social activity or a way to cope with stress. However, many people are unaware that excessive alcohol use can lead to a range of mental health issues, including anxiety. Many social…