Winter may not rank at the top of the list of favorite seasons for most people. Still, it does have its positive qualities, such as joyous winter holidays and opportunities for fun outdoor activities like skiing, snowboarding, and snowshoeing. However, there is an alarming trend regarding winter and overdose statistics—drug overdoses tend to skyrocket during […]
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The weather can profoundly impact your daily life, affecting your mood, energy levels, and overall well-being. Think about how you feel on a warm, sunny day compared to a chilly, rainy day. Chances are, you feel more upbeat when the weather is pleasant. But did you know that certain types of weather can also impact
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Many people mourn the loss of warm, bright summer weather, but some may take seasonal changes harder than others. If you notice a profound shift in your mood as the days get longer and colder, you may have a condition known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD). And if you have SAD, you may also be
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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We usually consider mental and behavioral effects when we think about psychological trauma and its impacts. But ideally, trauma-informed treatment addresses all how trauma can affect us, including effects on our health. If you or someone you care about is living with trauma, read on to learn how trauma issues can affect your body. We’ll
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Substance use disorders and mental health conditions are closely linked. Co-occurring disorders, or dual diagnoses, are common. Both conditions can be difficult to address on their own, but when they occur together, the challenges of treating them increase exponentially. If you have co-occurring disorders, a dual diagnosis treatment program can provide the most thorough and
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Trauma is a fact of life for millions of people, men and women alike. However, men and women experience trauma a bit differently. Male trauma is similar to female trauma in terms of many of the causes and symptoms. But differences in physiology, men’s role in society, and gender politics all combine to make the
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You are bound to encounter the term dual diagnosis when learning about addiction treatment. But why is there so much emphasis on treating mental health and substance use disorders together? We know drugs and mental health problems frequently coincide. Research has shown at least 64% of addicted people are also living with a co-occurring mental
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Choosing the right place to go for substance use treatment can be tricky. Limiting yourself only to facilities within a short drive from home can substantially narrow your options. If you’re looking for treatment for a loved one, it may be tempting to avoid out-of-state rehab. Don’t forget that the most important thing is that
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