Drugs and alcohol affect the frontal lobe, or reasoning center of your brain, and can cause most people to participate in risky behavior. This can include unprotected sex, sharing needles, stealing from friends and family, and criminal activity. What is moral reconation therapy? It is a form of behavioral therapy that focuses on addressing these…
CONTACT US TODAY Premier Residential Mental Health Treatment 855.494.0357CONTACT US We hear a lot about anxiety. That’s probably because anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder in the United States, affecting nearly 40 million adults annually. Unfortunately, though anxiety disorders are highly treatable, estimates show that a minority of affected individuals seek…
Veterans around the country struggle with mental health and wellness every day. PTSD, depression, and co-occurring disorders can make it hard for many to cope with daily life. Unfortunately, many veterans don’t receive the help they need. For some, this can lead to worsening depression and suicidal ideation. For many vets, a suicide prevention program…
Bipolar disorder affects an estimated 1% of the global population and is more common in females than in males. Elevated moods, followed by long periods of melancholy, are the common signs of bipolar disorder. Since the intensity of symptoms of bipolar disorder varies from person to person, a professional diagnosis followed by a personalized treatment…
Dissociative identity disorder (DID), or multiple personality disorder, is a severe mental health disorder where people have two or more personalities that control their behavior at different times. DID is extremely rare, impacting only about 1% of the population. The majority of people with DID experience severe trauma at an early age. DID profoundly affects…
Talking about self-destructive behaviors and tendencies can be unsettling because they are considered taboo. However, most people have engaged in self-destructive behavior at some point and will do so again in the future. For most of us, self-destructive behaviors are unintentional or, if they are intentional (think of planning to get drunk to deal with…
Experiencing a self-harm relapse is a common part of many individuals’ recovery journeys. It can feel like a setback, but it is essential to remember that you are not alone and that help is available. Self-harm is a coping mechanism that many individuals use to deal with overwhelming emotions or situations. It can provide temporary…
If you’re feeling overcome by anxiety, you know that it can be much more than a simple feeling of fear or apprehension. Anxiety includes many types of disorders and can be caused by many events. Because of this, anxiety can be difficult to diagnose. Additionally, this is complicated because anxiety can sometimes be caused by…
Manic depression is the former term for bipolar disorder. The change was made in 1980 in the third edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), the industry standard for diagnosing mental health disorders. Manic depression was initially used to refer to any mental illnesses centered on mood or emotional problems. The…
In talking about separation anxiety, most people associate it with children and their attachment to their parents. However, while it is primarily seen in children, separation anxiety impacts people of all ages. It is normal to be concerned about your loved ones’ well-being. Still, you may need professional treatment if you have overwhelming anxiety in…