For the treatment of anxiety disorders, many therapists prescribe Xanax, which helps manage some of the symptoms of these conditions. One of the problems, however, is that Xanax can be habit-forming and could lead to a full-blown addiction. Substance use disorders can turn your life upside down, and it’s no different with Xanax. Because of […]
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When people refer to “talk therapy” as a treatment to help manage mental health, they often imagine a therapist and client simply sitting down together for a probing conversation. Therapy may look like that at times, but modalities like dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) use specific techniques to help people alleviate symptoms and improve their mental
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You may have seen an alcoholic gait before. It’s an unsteady, staggering walk—but it doesn’t necessarily point to an alcoholic losing the ability to walk. The cause of the alcoholic gait is cerebellar ataxia, a type of brain damage. What do you need to know about ataxia and alcohol? Anybody can develop ataxia-related problems affecting
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Decision paralysis is also known as “analysis paralysis.” It can affect anyone, but people living with ADHD, PTSD, and other anxiety disorders may tend to overthink. This is one reason ADHD and decision-making can be a challenging combination. Overthinking leads to feeling overwhelmed, and then even simple decisions feel impossible to make. Anxiety treatment can
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Alcohol is destructive as it is—although if you decide to attend an alcohol rehab center, you can head toward recovery. However, if you’re a meth drinker, you may be in particular danger of serious injury or death before you make that critical decision. What is a meth drinker, and why is meth drinking so dangerous?
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Paxlovid has been in use to treat COVID-19 since 2021. Since that time, it has successfully kept thousands of high-risk patients out of the hospital and saved lives. This antiviral is a combination of two medications, nirmatrelvir and ritonavir. Nirmatrelvir inhibits a key enzyme involved in viral replication, while ritonavir boosts the effectiveness of nirmatrelvir.
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Do you or someone you know need sex addiction treatment? Stigmas around addiction issues can prevent people from asking for help, and issues regarding sex are even more highly stigmatized. However, there’s no reason to feel ashamed. Also known as hypersexuality, sexual addiction is a type of mental health condition that can be managed with
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Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that can impact concentration levels, emotional regulation, and impulsivity. Living with this condition without getting assistance from ADHD treatment programs can be challenging, as it can be disruptive and affect even simple tasks. The signs of ADHD are not always obvious, especially in adults, so people often spend
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Perhaps one of the most challenging aspects of breaking free from cocaine addiction is the withdrawal process. You may experience unpleasant symptoms that could prompt you to turn to drugs again. If you’re hesitating to begin a cocaine addiction treatment program out of fear of withdrawal, knowing how to manage symptoms is essential. At Promises
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Anxiety disorders are some of the most common mental health concerns people face. One effective option for getting relief from anxiety is to begin a dialectical behavior therapy program. These talk therapy sessions allow you to understand why you struggle with anxiety and make the necessary changes to your thinking processes. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT)
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