There are varieties of different ways for people to cope with the problems they experience in life. For some, talking things out with a professional can lead to healing and growth. For others, controlled sessions confronting the fears or anxieties that are the source of trouble can lead to tolerance and, eventually conquest of those…
Overcoming addiction to substances like alcohol is a major accomplishment in anyone’s life. The reason for this is that despite the personal nature of this struggle, it is universally challenging to accomplish. It involves confronting personal limitations and having the courage to acknowledge and then overcome them, and that is not something many people do.…
If you’re addicted to drugs or alcohol and you’re afraid to go to an in-patient treatment facility, consider the alternative: being stuck in addiction for years to come because your fear of rehab is keeping the addiction alive. Facing fears in any situation can be a challenge and during a huge life change like breaking…
Sometimes, substance abuse is driven by an underlying mental illness. Alternatively, a mental illness can arise because of a long term drug addiction. When these conditions overlap, dual diagnosis treatment is required. Up until the 1990s, addicts who experienced mental health symptoms like depression, delusions or anxiety attacks often didn’t receive treatment for these symptoms…
Depression is more than feeling some sadness for a short period of time or getting through a difficult time due to a loss. Depression is a medical condition that severely affects millions of people. Depression is one of the most common mental health disorders. It affects about seven percent of the U.S. population, according to…
Synthetic marijuana, which is also called Spice or K2, is a chemically modified variant of herbal marijuana which produces mind-altering effects similar to marijuana, but with much more potency. This new drug is commonly sold in head shops, gas stations, and on the internet and is marketed as incense or potpourri and labeled “not for…
You’ve seen all the warning signs and have long ago confirmed your worst suspicions — your loved one is addicted to drugs or alcohol and needs help. But what should you do? Letting your spouse, sibling, son, daughter or friend flounder through life is no longer an option. However, bringing up the subject of rehab…
Drug abuse rates in the United States are higher than ever. According to the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB), prescription drug overdoses are one of the main causes of the increase in unintentional injury deaths in America. Only car crashes claimed more lives. Prescription drug addiction can be deadly and is so pervasive because of…
Psychiatrist Jacob Levy Moreno coined the term ‘psychodrama’ which refers to an unscripted dramatic enactment of a patient-directed play used for cathartic healing and practicing positive behaviors. Rather than focusing on correcting dysfunctions, Moreno’s sunny outlook on life emphasizes that everyone is capable of creativity and has the power to shape his or her own…
“Every second we live is a new and unique moment of the universe. A moment that will never be again.” ~ Picasso Mindfulness has become the new catch phrase for many industries. Everything from self-help books to yoga classes, from neuroscience research to holistic healing centers – the benefits of mindfulness and mindful activities are…