Approaching A Loved One About Their Eating Disorder
One of the most difficult things a friend, partner, or family can be faced with is approaching a loved one about their eating disorder. Because this is one of the most dreaded conversations that most people simply don’t know how to start, it can be all too easy to simply keep ignoring the issue and […]
What Is Body Dysmorphic Disorder?
The term body dysmorphic disorder, or BDD for short, may not be a widely understood condition but its effects on a person’s psychological and physical health can be devastating. The disorder was first named by a psychiatrist in 1886 and described as a “fear of deformity and painful desperation”. Today much more is known about […]
Crystal Meth Use In U.S. Cities Continues To Rise
In recent months, U.S. border officials have seized an alarming amount of methamphetamine in states like Arizona and California. Officials say the number of meth seized this year has increased dramatically from the numbers seized in previous years and points to an alarming trend in the drug’s production. The increase in meth being brought in […]
Using Psychedelic Drugs to Treat Depression?
Depression can be a deeply distressing and overwhelming condition that can make it feel hard to function or find anything enjoyable in the world around you. Fortunately, there are a variety of treatments and ways people in different contexts have recovered and managed to live thriving lives. Through a combination of medication and therapy, many […]
Job Stress and Symptoms of Mental Illness
People often view stress as a normal part of their daily lives especially when it comes to their jobs. Work-related stress may seem a natural part of life but for certain individuals with high stress jobs and vulnerabilities to psychological problems, their job could be linked with the development of a mental illness. A number […]
How To Handle Late Onset Alcoholism
A disturbing trend growing among adults age 60 and older is arousing concern. Alcohol and prescription drug abuse rates are soaring among adults in this age range, and the causes may have a lot to do with the way our bodies handle drugs and alcohol as we get older. There is also concern that many […]
Talking to Your Children About Your Past and Recovery
Every parent cares very deeply about their children having the best life possible. You want you child to live a long, healthy, and happy life, and a very important part of that is protecting and warning him or her away from things that are harmful. If you’ve ever had a history of addiction, you may […]
How to Celebrate Sobriety
For most addicts, celebrating usually has a strong association with their alcohol or drug use. As much as negative emotions or times of stress can lead to substance abuse, positive feelings can also fuel addictive behavior. In times of celebration, people tend to reach for a drink or other substance that will enhance their happy […]
Treating Anxiety by Cutting Back on Caffeine
Anxiety can sometimes be a very destabilizing and uncomfortable mental place to be in. If you regularly experience seemingly unstoppable and uncontrollable fear and nervousness, it can make it hard to feel like an active and engaged part of the world around you. Although it feel like there’s nothing you can do to make the […]
The Importance of Sponsorship in Recovery
It can be empowering to finally make the decision to become clean and sober, but most addicts quickly realize that recovery is not something they can do all on their own. Even though they might feel strong in some respects, each person going through a treatment program needs someone they can rely on for their […]