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Confirming Your Suspicions: How to Know for Sure If Your Spouse Has a Gambling Problem

/ By / Behavioral Addiction, Mental Health, Process Addiction

If you are suspicious that your spouse has a gambling problem, don’t ignore it. Acknowledge the situation and take steps to get help. Gambling addiction is a serious issue and, if untreated, can have devastating consequences. Promises Behavioral Health offers treatment for gambling addiction at our gambling rehab centers. Call 844.875.5609 to learn how we […]

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What Is the Trauma of Having an Alcoholic Parent?

/ By / Alcohol Abuse, Alcoholism, Family Therapy

If you’re an adult child of an alcoholic, you might describe your childhood as traumatic. Many such people do. But many don’t realize that their alcoholic parent’s behavior can continue to affect them as they grow into adulthood. In fact, that trauma can stick with you throughout your entire adult life. There’s even a name

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Bulimia Does Long-Term Damage to the Body

/ By / Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Recovery

The physical effects of bulimia can be devastating and long-lasting. Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by frequent binge eating followed by purging through self-induced vomiting, excessive exercise, or laxative abuse. Over time, this can cause severe damage to the body and have long-term negative health effects. If you or a loved one is struggling

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Psychopathy vs. Antisocial Personality Disorder

/ By / Mental Health, Personality Disorders, Recovery

Living with psychopathy or antisocial personality disorder can be incredibly difficult, both for the person afflicted and their loved ones. While some individuals may be able to manage the symptoms on their own, most need professional help to effectively address the underlying issues and develop better coping mechanisms. Getting help can be a daunting task,

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Irritable Depression: When Sadness Feels Like Anger

/ By / Depression, Mental Health, Mood Disorders

Typically when you think of depression, you think of the classic symptoms: sadness, low energy, insomnia, and appetite changes. Sometimes, however, depression presents with a slightly different constellation of symptoms, especially in children and young adults. In fact, in children, sadness might not even be present, and irritability alone can lead to a diagnosis of

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How Do Meth Addicts Differ From ADHD Drug Abusers?

/ By / Drug Addiction, Mental Health, Methamphetamines, Recovery

Methamphetamine addiction is a serious problem, and many people turn to it as an alternative to taking prescription medication for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). But this is an extremely dangerous choice to make, as methamphetamine use carries with it a high risk of addiction and other serious health problems. If you or a loved

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Understanding Compulsive Self-Mutilation

/ By / Anxiety Treatment, Behavioral Addiction, Mental Health, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Skin picking, nail-biting, hair-pulling—it’s not uncommon to occasionally fuss with your hair or pick at an annoying scab. For some people, however, that fussing turns into a compulsive behavior that is both destructive and embarrassing. From constantly biting one’s nails to cutting one’s skin when strong emotions hit, these repetitive behaviors often have a serious

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Myths About Mental Illness

/ By / Depression, Mental Health, Mood Disorders

Mental illness is a complex topic, and misinformation can interfere with understanding the issue. Myths about mental illness may exacerbate stigma and shame people, which may worsen symptoms and get in the way of receiving proper care. Knowing how to separate fact and fiction is crucial for finding the appropriate treatment and living a higher

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5 Things That Will Make You Feel Drinker’s Remorse

/ By / Alcohol Abuse, Binge Drinking, Recovery

Drinker’s remorse is an all too common consequence of a night out. After one too many drinks, a person may wake up with a splitting headache and a foggy memory of the night before. They may feel guilty or embarrassed, or perhaps angry with themself for engaging in behaviors that they regret.  Fortunately, help is

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Do Babies Remember Trauma?

/ By / Therapies, Trauma, Trauma Therapy

Do babies remember trauma? Though there is no definitive answer to this question, research suggests that infants can remember traumatic events, leading to potentially severe future complications. For instance, childhood trauma may cause mental health issues later in life, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Fortunately, trauma and PTSD treatment can help individuals heal and live

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