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Why Does The Weather Affect Addiction?

Weather can absolutely affect a person’s mental health, including addiction. Everyone has different triggers that activate their mental health symptoms. One person’s cheerful sunshine can be a reminder of a traumatic event for another. Are you wondering, how does weather impact addiction? Learn more about the connection between weather and addiction and our addiction treatment …

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Recognizing PTSD Symptoms

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can happen to anyone. Some people walk away from a traumatic event without it having a lasting impact, but others aren’t so lucky. There’s no apparent reason some people develop PTSD while others don’t. However, when it develops, healing is possible with the support of professional PTSD treatment programs.   PTSD symptoms …

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Warning Signs of a Nervous Breakdown

A “nervous breakdown” is a term often thrown around casually. People say they’re “having a nervous breakdown” when what they really mean is that they feel overwhelmed or stressed. However, a nervous breakdown is an actual mental health event that requires the support of a mental health treatment center.   A nervous breakdown is a type …

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What Are the Major Symptoms of Atypical Depression?

Do you believe that you or someone you love is struggling with depression? If so, it’s essential to know that there are different types of depression, each with its own symptoms. For example, atypical depression is a specific form of major depressive disorder (MDD). Mental health experts and professionals call it “atypical” precisely because symptoms …

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Integrated Treatment for Complex PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder

Researchers from the University of Connecticut Health Center and Elements Behavioral Health find that complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is not simply a subtype of borderline personality disorder (BPD). According to their recent findings, people affected by BPD often have diagnosable symptoms of complex PTSD. The latter is an unofficial but scientifically verified form of …

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Are There Benefits of Therapy Away from Home?

Drug and alcohol addiction often involves complications, including worsening mental health. Without effective treatment, continued substance abuse can lead to lifelong negative consequences. If you’re anxious about treatment because you’re surrounded by triggers, therapy away from home may be a better option for you. Some people find a number of benefits in getting a fresh …

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What Is Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Histrionic personality disorder (HPD), also called dramatic personality disorder, affects 2 to 3% of the U.S. population. It’s characterized by a distorted self-image, unstable emotions, and an insatiable craving to be the center of attention. The disorder can make it difficult for an individual to form and maintain meaningful relationships. However, a histrionic personality disorder …

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Nurture Your Recovery With Nature

As a result of the first Earth Day in 1970, the Environmental Protection Agency was founded, and the Clean Air, Clean Water, and Endangered Species Acts were passed. Earth Day also raised a conversation about the importance of sustainability of our ecosystems and being good stewards of the planet. But as we seek the most …

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