How to Help Someone With Anxiety
Reading Time: 3 minutesAnxiety is a common mental health issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age or gender. It’s estimated that nearly 20% of adults in the US have an anxiety disorder. If you know someone who is struggling with anxiety, it can be difficult to know how best to support them. That is why recognizing the […]
Beat Winter Depression with In-Person Therapy
Reading Time: 3 minutesWinter depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression that is linked to the changing of the seasons. While this condition can occur during any season, it is most commonly associated with the winter months. Symptoms of winter depression may include feeling low energy and having difficulty concentrating, changes in […]
Why In-Person Therapy Is the Most Effective Approach in Mental Health Treatment
Reading Time: 3 minutesIn today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed. With work, family, and social obligations, it can be hard to find time to take care of yourself. When you are struggling to keep up with the demands of everyday life, your mental health can suffer. If you feel like you can’t cope, it’s […]
3 Tips to Handle Holiday Stress and Anxiety
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe holidays are a time for family, friends, and fun. But for people recovering from addiction, the holidays can be stressful. Triggers like being around family, attending holiday parties, and feeling pressure to drink or use drugs can make recovery more difficult. But there are ways to manage holiday stress and anxiety. If you need […]
How to Overcome Social Anxiety this Thanksgiving
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe holidays are a time for family, friends, and loved ones. For many, Thanksgiving is a time to relax, reflect, and enjoy the company of those closest to them. But for some people, the holiday season is a time of great anxiety and stress. If you suffer from social anxiety, attending a Thanksgiving event can […]
What Is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day?
Reading Time: 3 minutesThis year, November 19 is International Survivors of Suicide Loss Day. This day is set aside to remember those lost to suicide and support those struggling with mental health or addiction. Suicide is a global problem that touches everyone in one way or another. In 2020, there were 1.2 million suicide attempts in the United […]
What Is Medication Management in Mental Health?
Reading Time: 3 minutesMedication management is a comprehensive treatment approach that supports people in getting the most out of whatever medications they are on. It can be applied in a wide variety of settings. For example, medication management can be implemented in elderly folks with a wide range of medical issues just as readily as with someone who […]
What Is the Importance of Medication Management?
Reading Time: 3 minutesMedications are common for treating a host of health issues. Moreover, many people require multiple medications at once to manage their disease or disorder. This is particularly true for the elderly population, which is naturally at risk of more complications as their bodies and minds age. Medication management is the process of coordinating prescription and […]
Harm Reduction
Reading Time: 3 minutesHarm reduction is any set of programs, policies, or initiatives that seek to reduce harm related to substance abuse and addiction. While its application remains largely in the addiction field, mental healthcare providers are beginning to apply harm reduction principles to depression and self-harm. The framework remains the same where the point is not the […]
5 Benefits of Dual Diagnosis
Reading Time: 2 minutesIf you are struggling with a drug disorder, you might also be struggling with a mental health disorder. It is common to develop depression or anxiety when you are using drugs, as they can severely hinder your mental health. When it comes to treatment, you may need to consider getting care for more than one […]