May has always been associated with renewal. It’s a time of growth as flowers bloom and the leaves return to trees. This renewal, however, isn’t just in nature. It’s also within ourselves. It’s fitting, then, that May is also Mental Health Awareness Month. This period is dedicated to talking about mental health conditions, breaking down …
The dangers of opioids have received significant media attention over the last several years and rightfully so. Opioid overdoses killed more than 33,000 people in 2015, more than any year on record. But what the media should also be paying attention to is the danger presented by another commonly prescribed class of drugs: benzodiazepines. “Benzos” …
Drinking too much alcohol can take a severe toll on health. In addition to having adverse effects on the brain, heart, and immune system, excessive consumption of beer, wine, or liquor over a long period may damage the digestive system. Long-term effects of alcohol on the intestines and other parts of the digestive tract may lead …
When finding treatment options for paranoid schizophrenia, it’s essential to recognize that each individual is unique and responds differently to care. At the same time, specific treatments have been proven effective in reducing the symptoms of this complex mental health condition. Unfortunately, disproven treatments for paranoid schizophrenia are still rampant, so knowing how to find …
It’s likely that not everything you’ve heard about addiction is true. In fact, many of these myths only serve to perpetuate stigma and prevent people from getting help and care when they need it. Understanding the realities of addiction will help us build empathy and compassion for those who are struggling with substance abuse and …
It’s no accident that Americans are addicted to salty, crunchy chips and surgery soft drinks. Scientists and “crave experts” in the processed-food industry have worked for decades to make it so. Food addiction can become just as severe as substance addiction if not addressed. If you or a loved one are in need of help …
More than 28 million men and women in the US struggle with eating disorders that negatively affect their physical and mental health. What is avoidant restrictive food intake? It’s a new type of eating disorder that doesn’t have the same body image issues as anorexia and bulimia. Avoidant restrictive food intake disorder treatment can help …
Since the onset of COVID-19, the world has changed—we’re far from the old “normal”—and after these years apart, mentally preparing to see family again will also look different. It is important to acknowledge this and recognize that people, perspectives and everyday life will not look the same. As lockdowns have eased and everyday life has …
As the global pandemic has raged on for several months, we’ve now had enough time to begin not just to wonder, but to reflect on its impacts. Many people have experienced an increase of stress and anxiety during this time, and certainly we have all had to make adjustments in one way or another. One big …
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If you have a loved one who has been spiraling out of control with their addiction you have probably tried many times to get them to stop. Often this means a continuous cycle of threats, promises, reprieves, relapses, then new threats and promises. The benefits of addiction intervention can put a stop to this terrible …