The Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and AutismBipolarBy PromisesAugust 30, 2015When it comes to mental illness, sometimes making a diagnosis has to do more with degree than anything else. For example, you and I and everyone around us have good days and not-so-good days. Sometimes we feel bright and capable and full of energy. Other days we feel like we just meet the minimum requirements.… Details
5 Suprising Facts About Teens and AlcoholTeen IssuesBy PromisesAugust 28, 2015As a parent, it’s not easy to hear scary statistics about teens and drinking. Teenagers abuse alcohol more than any other substance, and many pay a price for their drinking. From accidents to missed school and poor grades to fatalities, drinking and teens is a disturbing topic. However, as a parent you have a responsibility… Details
Integrate Treatment for Complex PTSD, Borderline Personality DisorderPTSD & TraumaBy PromisesAugust 27, 2015Researchers from the University of Connecticut and Elements Behavioral Health find that complex PTSD is not simply a subtype of BPD and suggest the disorders be addressed together. People affected by borderline personality disorder often have diagnosable symptoms of a form of post-traumatic stress disorder called complex PTSD, according to recent findings from the University… Details
Do Impulsive Cocaine Users Develop Unusual Brain Changes?CocaineBy PromisesAugust 21, 2015Cocaine is a potent stimulant drug of abuse known for its ability to substantially alter the brain function of heavy and/or habitual users. Some cocaine users have a personality trait called impulsivity, which makes them unusually likely to act in rash or reckless ways. In a study published in September 2014 in the journal Drug… Details
Marijuana Linked to Hostility, Impulsiveness in Even Casual UsersMarijuanaBy PromisesAugust 20, 2015People who consume the addictive drug marijuana have increased chances of acting in hostile and impulsive ways, the American authors of a new study report. Marijuana is widely thought to reduce one’s chances of acting in aggressive or violent ways. However, according to the results of a study published by a team of American researchers… Details
5 Signs That Your Child Is at Risk for Social Media AddictionTeen IssuesBy PromisesAugust 19, 2015If you have a child who is active on social media, you should be aware of the potential for addiction. Anyone can become addicted to using social media, and even more troubling is its association with substance abuse. To protect your child, you need to be aware of the possible harm that these seemingly innocent… Details
Addiction as a Problem of Disordered IntimacyDrug Addiction InfoBy PromisesAugust 18, 2015 Two young men who were sexually exploited as children need to own the consequences of their self-destructive behavior. From a distance, Twig and Lenny may seem like they have their lives together. The couple is frequently spotted in designer clothing, stepping out of town cars, sitting VIP in the hottest clubs, partying it up with… Details
Sexual Boundaries and the Female Sex AddictSex AddictionBy PromisesAugust 16, 2015A woman who originally sought treatment for alcoholism learns she may also be a sex addict. Kendall sits at the bar of a downtown hotel in a city far from home. She sips a drink in honor of another far off city, and stares blankly past the bartender in his uncomfortable tuxedo. She has just… Details
Hobbies Can Help You Stay on Track in RecoveryRecoveryBy PromisesAugust 12, 2015Drinking heavily or using drugs takes a lot of time and energy. Once you’re in recovery, you’ll likely have a big void in your life. Finding positive activities to fill the empty hours is key to not only a successful recovery, but also a healthier, happier life. Hobbies — from rock climbing to antique collecting… Details
How to Stay Sober and Still Have Fun at Social GatheringsStaying SoberBy PromisesAugust 7, 2015It’s easy to fall into the trap of equating social gatherings with alcohol consumption. It can feel as though every birthday, every holiday celebration and every single social occasion you’re invited to is built around the consumption of alcohol. But when you’re overcoming alcoholism, breaking this link is central to moving to a healthier lifestyle… Details
