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Heavy Alcohol, Drug Use Shortening Lives of Mentally Ill

February 12, 2014 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Mental Health, News and Research

Washington University School of Medicine and the University of Southern California recently undertook the largest-ever survey of drug, alcohol and tobacco use among people with severe mental illnesses. They found that people with significant psychiatric problems are far more likely to use alcohol, tobacco or illegal drugs. The survey, published recently in the online journal …

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Why Isn’t My Depression Treatment Working?

January 3, 2014 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Mood Disorders

It’s often said by medical and mental health professionals alike that depression is one of the most treatable mental health disorders. While that’s true to a point, treatment for depression isn’t always as helpful as many people would like. Not only is it discouraging when treatment isn’t working, it can make you feel more hopeless …

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The Toll of Caregiving – When the Strain of Caring for Others Leads to Substance Abuse

June 17, 2013 / By / Drug Information

For some, the burden of caregiving can seem unbearable – whether you’re caring for an elderly parent with Alzheimer’s or parenting a child with cerebral palsy. It is, without question, a challenging way to live: attending to your loved one’s personal hygiene, going back and forth to doctor’s appointments, preparing meals and ensuring he or …

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When Drugs Win the War on Drugs, It’s Time to Focus on Treatment

May 19, 2013 / By / Drug Information

Back in 1998, the satirical newspaper The Onion featured the following front-page headline: “Drugs Win Drug War” This introduction and the story that followed were obviously intended as a spoof, but humor is frequently used as a subtle way to reveal the truth and that was undoubtedly the intent in this case. Fifteen years later, …

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Viagra – The Next ‘It’ Drug for Weight Loss?

April 18, 2013 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Substance Abuse

The quest for a leaner, more toned physique has led to many crazy potions, fad diets and pills. But who would have thought that Viagra would top that list? A new study suggests that in addition to sexual benefits for men, Viagra may also help with weight loss.

Creating an Employee Assistance Program

July 6, 2012 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Addiction Recovery

As an employer, you want to have healthy and happy people working for you. You care for them and their well-being, but you also need them to be productive. When an addiction rears its ugly head in the workplace, the consequences can be devastating. It can cause an increase in health care costs, lost productivity, …

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High Rates of Substance Abuse Among Veterans with Mental Health Disorders

April 22, 2011 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Mental Health

Previous studies have found high rates of substance abuse among U.S. veterans, and a new study finds the same among U.S. veterans with mental health disorders. The study, led by Dr. Ismene Petrakis of the Yale University School of Medicine, could be helpful in understanding the needs of veterans of different eras, and in targeting …

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One in Five Americans with Mental Illness also Have a Substance Abuse Disorder

November 29, 2010 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Mental Health

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has found that nearly 45.1 million Americans are currently suffering from a mental illness, with one in five also experiencing a substance abuse disorder.

Problem Gamblers Have Increased Risk of Suicide, Personality Disorders

November 24, 2010 / By Promises Behavioral Health / News and Research

A new study from Montreal has found that pathological gamblers are more likely to commit suicide, and also tend to suffer from personality disorders. These findings could help develop improved suicide prevention programs.

Promises Treatment Centers Warns Holiday Stress Can Lead to Riskier Substance Abuse

November 23, 2010 / By Promises Behavioral Health / Uncategorized

Addiction psychiatrist Dr. David Sack warns families to keep a close eye on substance abusers whose behavior may escalate during holidays, which could result in DUIs or other serious consequences. Los Angeles, CA (Vocus) November 23, 2010 – Holidays are meant to bring families together for good cheer and celebration, but for some families the …

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