When you think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), your first thought may be of a military veteran who has fought in a war. While PTSD is more common in people who have served their country, the condition is not limited to this group. Anyone can develop post-traumatic stress disorder. PTSD and addiction often occur together, […]
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Anxiety is a prevalent mental health condition characterized by chronic feelings of fear or worry. Although plenty of treatment modalities are available to manage anxiety, including pharmaceutical and holistic options, many people are not getting the help they need. Self-medication is often the response to untreated anxiety disorders, setting a person up for addiction. If
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Psychedelic drugs have garnered more attention lately as researchers study these substances for potential medical use. Also known as hallucinogens, drugs like dimethyltryptamine (DMT) were once most well-known for being used recreationally or in religious ceremonies to alter a person’s consciousness. Early research has shown some promise for mental health disorders like depression, but until
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Hallucinogens like dimethyltryptamine (DMT), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), and psilocybin—or magic mushrooms—have been around for many years and have been used as part of religious practices or recreationally to bring a person to an altered state of consciousness. Some of these drugs are even being studied to treat mental health conditions such as depression. As
Depression is one of the leading causes of disability in the United States today. This mental health condition can be debilitating, making it challenging to fulfill one’s daily responsibilities. Women tend to be more vulnerable to depression than men, so it is worthwhile to learn about the signs of depression in women. You may be
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Depression is a mental health condition affecting men and women differently. Depression can cause various symptoms, much more than the telltale long-term, lingering sadness. Since men and women experience depression differently, it may be more challenging to notice the signs of depression in men. Knowing the differences and how men go through depression can help
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Sometimes, feeling nervous—such as before a job interview or giving a speech—is a normal response. But worry and nervousness linger for some people and last much longer than the event day. Anxiety disorders are chronic mental health conditions that often coincide with substance use disorders (SUDs). Once you understand the link between anxiety and addiction,
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Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction are two closely related health conditions that can significantly impact mental health and life in general. The signs can sometimes be mistaken for one another, so you may not realize if your loved one is misusing substances, struggling with past trauma, or both. Everyone responds to traumatic events differently,
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Substance abuse can be especially dangerous for older adults, but many can hide their struggles with drugs or alcohol. Seniors may not see family members as often, and if they do not interact with their peers frequently, their substance use may go undetected for quite some time. This can lead to serious health complications and
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Whether or not you are a parent, you are likely familiar with wine culture—or, more specifically, mom wine culture. Many memes on social media jokingly refer to a mother’s need for substantial amounts of wine. You can also find various gift items engraved with phrases of a similar nature. While the jokes made as part
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