Having a routine provides a sense of calm, accomplishment, and security for individuals recovering from complex or persistent mental health disorders. Mental health symptoms can make it challenging to establish routines independently. However, outpatient programs provide clients with the skills to create patterns of behavior that reduce stress. According to the Journal of Global Health, … Read more
Everyone experiences nervousness, fear, and anxiety from time to time. In some cases, however, these emotions manifest in situations that don’t require such an extreme response. If this pattern persists, it can become debilitating for the individual. Support from family members can be invaluable for people dealing with frequent anxiety, but that tool isn’t available … Read more
Getting back to work in early recovery after getting sober is a challenge for many people. Yet, tackling this challenge is an opportunity for tremendous growth. By requiring you to forge a new approach to work, you build a foundation that allows you to exceed anything you expected at the start. There are strategies for … Read more
Finding the right treatment program can be challenging. Many treatment centers offer multiple levels of care and various services. Outpatient treatment is one of the most flexible types of programs and allows clients to return home at night and on the weekend. You may wonder, is outpatient treatment right for me? Every case is unique … Read more
Like depression, the word “anxiety” is so widely used nowadays that it has become another buzzword. Is anxiety just a normal stress reaction? When does anxiety need medical attention? People who are recovering from substance addiction should know how to identify symptoms of anxiety disorders. These are not your ordinary stress reactions. Untreated anxiety disorders … Read more
We all know or have at least heard about someone who was addicted to drugs or alcohol. Substance use disorders, alcohol use disorders, and mental health issues are growing at an alarming rate year by year. Almost every day there are stories of people who suffered an overdose or succumbed to their addictions in various … Read more
Rehab might sound like a scary word or conjure up images of sterile facilities and unsympathetic doctors. Rehab is one of the most effective ways to overcome addiction. For many people, it can be a positive and life-changing experience. There are different types of rehabilitation, and treatment can take many different forms. If substance use and/or dependence has … Read more
People recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) or persistent mental health issues benefit from the support of friends and family. Partner support is critical during early recovery. According to Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, “[S]upportive relationships with caring family, partners, and friends—including individuals who do not use substances themselves—have proven to be helpful in abstaining … Read more
Helping someone who has depression can be a challenge. If your loved one is facing clinical depression, it is normal to feel lost and uncertain about how to support them. However, your support can make a huge difference in them getting the help they need. Supporting your loved one is a kind and wonderful thing … Read more
Disordered eating can affect a person’s mental and physical health. According to the Indian Journal of Psychological Medicine, “Though relatively rare in the general population, the individual impact of [eating disorders] can be quite debilitating, and long-term treatments are often expensive.” After receiving treatment for disordered eating, many people with complex co-occurring mental health issues … Read more
