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What is Bipolar Disorder Not Otherwise Specified?

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Bipolar disorder not otherwise specified (BP-NOS) is the diagnostic category that mental health professionals use when describing bipolar symptoms that don’t fit the criteria for an official form of bipolar illness. As such, the category acts as a generalized depository for bipolar-related characteristics. Despite its catchall nature, a BP-NOS diagnosis is medically serious. In many […]

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The Challenges of Delusional Disorder

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Psychiatric disorders can be especially frightening and confusing when they involve a loss of touch with reality. In clinical terms, this is known as psychosis. There are several types of psychotic disorders, with schizophrenia being one of the most common. Some people, however, develop delusions that have nothing to do with schizophrenia. They are the

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How To Get Someone Into Rehab

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“I’m not going to rehab. I don’t have a problem.” Sound familiar? People who struggle with addiction will often deny they have a problem. Denial and resistance are hallmarks of addiction. How do you get someone into drug rehab when they say they don’t need help? After all forcing someone into rehab without a court

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Ways You Can Help A Drug Addict

/ By / Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Family Resources, Personal Resources, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Relapse Prevention

Family and friends who try to help a drug addict get a lot of mixed messages: “You’re one of the single greatest influences in your loved one’s life.” “You didn’t cause it, you can’t cure it and you can’t control it.” The first statement and the “three Cs” of addiction recovery are often both true,

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How Do I Manage Stress?

/ By / Anxiety Disorders, Family Resources, Mental Health, Personal Resources, Recovery

We are all aware that stress is an everyday occurrence. Our fast-paced lifestyle, reliance on social media, multiple sources of conflicting information, and the global pandemic all cause us to experience stress. These feelings can lead us to ask the question, “how do I manage stress?” Stress is no laughing matter. Despite studies that show

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Tips for Coping with Isolation During Coronavirus

/ By / Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Family Resources, Mental Health, Personal Resources, Staying Sober, Women's Mental Health

It is not uncommon for fear to be challenging to manage emotionally, physically, and psychologically when hearing news about this crisis. Everyone across the globe has taken quick action regarding adapting mindsets, daily routines, work, and school. Not only is this pandemic a global health crisis, but it is also wreaking havoc on the economy.

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Common Reasons Teens Abuse Alcohol or Drugs

/ By / Addiction Treatment, Alcohol Abuse, Drug Addiction, Family Resources, Personal Resources, Teen Issues

The teen years are often considered the most difficult period of a person’s life. After all, how often do you hear anyone over the age of 30 wistfully say, “Oh, to be 15 again…”? Probably never. It’s a vulnerable time of life as teens attempt to navigate the precarious bridge between childhood and adulthood. And

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Common Pitfalls in Recovery and How to Avoid Them

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Recovery is a life-long journey. Anyone who has embraced lifelong sobriety will tell you that there are times where the road gets particularly rocky. Though you may go through periods of your life when you feel clear-headed and ready to take on the world, sometimes events in life can trigger temptations to return to drinking

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5 Steps to Prioritize Your Recovery Goals

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When considering lifelong sobriety, it’s important to know what your priorities are when heading in. Though many people considering entering therapy for substance abuse may find the task of lifelong sobriety to be daunting, the process is easier with goals in mind. These goals can involve your finances, your social or family life, or just

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