You probably know someone who has experienced depression. You may even have had your own encounter with this debilitating mental health disorder. Depression is such a pervasive phenomenon that it’s almost impossible not to come across it at least once in your life. But where does it come from? Is depression genetic? A triggering event…
Millions of Americans either know someone with a mental health disorder or deal with one themselves. Mental health treatment in this country can sometimes be difficult to find, depending on your income and where you live. There are also a lot of unnecessary stigmas about mental health disorders. That’s why World Mental Health Day is…
Feelings of anxiety and depression are not uncommon in our overstimulated, overworked population. Although technically distinct conditions, anxiety and depression do often trigger similar symptoms. Additionally, struggling to cope with anxiety may in fact lead to developing depression or vice-versa, as they can be two sides of the same coin. Experiencing one or more challenging…
Many Americans struggle with drug and alcohol addiction. However, there is hope. National Drug and Alcohol Addiction Recovery Month, which is observed every September, highlights the struggles of those dealing with substance use disorders as well as their triumphs in overcoming them. Getting quality drug addiction treatment should not be difficult to find. That’s why…
With the abundance of treatment options and mental health professionals, each promising different approaches and better results, finding the right care for you or a loved one can be an added stressor in an already challenging situation. One of the first and most significant decisions you’ll need to make as you begin your addiction treatment…
So many people suffer from anxiety in the modern world that it’s almost more surprising to hear when someone is not anxious about an upcoming event or relationship or conflict in their lives than to hear a long list of anxiety-related feelings. Although anxiety is a widespread condition, it’s not always crippling. Many people are…
Millions of Americans each year suffer from alcoholism. Left untreated, alcohol use disorder can wreck your relationships with friends and loved ones, destroy your chances at a job, and can even be fatal in extreme circumstances. However, there is hope. Alcohol addiction treatment is an opportunity for someone dealing with alcohol abuse to get their…
Many people across the United States struggle with mental health issues. Every day, someone is diagnosed with major depression, an anxiety disorder, or other mental illness. It is not always easy to find quality mental health treatment in a patient’s geographical area, either. Sometimes, a therapist that could be perfect for a patient might be…
In the movies, the character with a drinking problem is easy to spot: sullen, unemployed, and estranged, typically found drinking alone or picking fights. Outside of Hollywood fiction, however, those with a drinking problem often look like our neighbors, co-workers, loved ones, and friends. They may be highly respected in their careers, beloved by their families,…