DSM 5 Loosens Rules for Adult ADHD Diagnosis Mental HealthBy Promises AustinJuly 11, 2013Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that begins in childhood and produces varying combinations of classic symptoms such as a reduced ability to maintain attention, diminished behavior control, and unusual bouts of overactivity. Prior to May 2013, the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) contained a definition for ADHD that… Details
Rehab Center Featuring Gourmet Chef and Incredible Meals Promises NewsBy Promises AustinJuly 11, 2013Drug and Alcohol Rehab Food Hmm Hmm Good! Chateau Briand with Garlic-Roasted Mushrooms and Asparagus; Marinated Chicken Breast with Roasted Poblanos Cream Sauce; Candied Walnut Salad with Fresh Rosemary; Raspberry Walnut Brownies; and Cème Burlee—these are just some of the sumptuous entrées and desserts you will find at The Sundance Center’s Drugs and Alcohol Addiction… Details
Is Depression Causing You to Make Poor Decisions? DepressionBy Promises AustinJuly 10, 2013Under favorable circumstances, most people will do their best to think logically and make good decisions. However, life frequently produces circumstances that are far from favorable, and the impact of adverse conditions can significantly degrade the quality of the decision-making process. In a study published in 2009 in the journal Psychological Science, a team of… Details
5 Tips for Mothers to Prevent Daughters From Making the Same Mistakes Family ResourcesBy Promises AustinJuly 9, 2013A mother who has survived addiction naturally would like to do everything in her power to protect her children from making the same mistakes she made. She may feel especially responsible for the welfare of her daughters, who, as they grow and mature, will increasingly look to her for guidance as they attempt to make… Details
The Female Love-Avoidant: Becoming Real, Becoming Connected Sex AddictionBy Promises AustinJuly 3, 2013Every relationship is the same. In the beginning, she is so charming, so engaged. It’s as if no one else in the world exists for her except the person to whom she’s attaching romantically. She’s lit up. Then a little time goes by—only a little—and she begins to feel far away. Her silences begin to… Details
Addiction’s Impact on Wealth Management the Focus of Breakfast Briefing by Promises Treatment Centers and Inheriting Wisdom Promises NewsBy Promises AustinJuly 3, 2013On July 19, 2013, Inheriting Wisdom and Promises Treatment Centers will host an event to educate financial advisors, entrepreneurs, family businesses and other professionals about the impact of significant life challenges like addiction and raising special needs children on families’ wealth planning. Chicago, IL (PRWEB) July 2, 2013 – On July 19, 2013, from 8… Details
Doing Battle With Your Emotions and Making Headway in Recovery RecoveryBy Promises AustinJuly 3, 2013Emotional turmoil can wreak havoc on your best intentions in recovery. No matter how recent your experience in rehab or how long you’ve been in effective sobriety, when your emotions tie you in knots, there are bound to be some negative impacts on your life. It doesn’t have to be this way. In fact, there… Details
Schizoid Personality Disorder SchizophreniaBy Promises AustinJuly 2, 2013Aloof, indifferent, unable to experience pleasure, seemingly incapable of interacting socially – these are some of the indicators of schizoid personality disorder. When a woman is diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder, she may not want treatment, preferring to be left alone. While developing a warm, productive therapeutic relationship may seem impossible, women with schizoid personality… Details
Dating after Recovery RecoveryBy Promises AustinJuly 2, 2013Relationships and addiction make for a tumultuous mix. You may have had a husband or a boyfriend during your addiction, but your disease likely damaged that relationship beyond repair. If you were single throughout your addiction, it was probably difficult for you to form any meaningful relationships. Addiction tends to dominate your life and force… Details
Are You a Harmless Binger or a Functional Alcoholic? Alcohol AbuseBy Promises AustinJuly 1, 2013If you are a heavy social drinker on the weekends, and maybe some weeknights, you are probably accustomed to waking to the feelings of a hangover – the dry mouth, the aching head, the spinning room. Does this mean that you have a problem? How do you know if you have crossed the line from… Details
