Mental health issues come in many shapes and forms. Many people suffer from mental health issues and do not even realize it. When people think about some of the most common mental health disorders, they often think about depression and anxiety. Even though it is true that both of these disorders are common, another mental…
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If you are struggling with substance abuse and addiction, please understand that you do not have to go through this alone. You are probably a strong, independent person who is used to handling things on your own. You may not want to place your problems on the shoulders of someone else. On the other hand,…
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If you have recently left inpatient treatment, you need to ensure that you are focused on maintaining your sobriety. Getting sober was only half of the battle. The other half is remaining sober. That is where support groups can come in handy. It is critical to focus on group therapy and rehab aftercare because this…
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If you have recently lost a loved one, you have probably realized just how devastating an experience this can be. Even though it may feel like you are never going to be happy again, there are several stages of grief through which you will go through. With all of this in mind, you must understand…
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If you are suffering from a mental health condition, please understand that you are not alone. Mental health conditions are among the most pressing problems facing the modern healthcare system. Fortunately, a lot of the stigma that used to surround mental health has faded into the past. As a result, new resources are available to…
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During the past few years, there has been a lot of attention paid to mental health issues. This is crucial because it has largely allowed the stigmas surrounding mental health problems to fade into the rearview mirror. If you are struggling with substance abuse and addiction, you may have thought about self-medicating. Even though you…
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Codependency and relationships are often full of anger and frustration. Many people who have problems with addiction will struggle with codependency and relationships. It makes sense for the person who always likes to save people to try and help the person who is addicted to substances. This love and care are often met with anger,…
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There are commonalities between eating disorders and substance abuse disorders, and both can occur simultaneously. For people with eating disorders, the reasons behind the disorder are often complicated. A loss of control is usually present, and the compulsion to control what you eat becomes an obsession. Most people with an eating disorder want to heal,…
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How do sobriety and mental health come together? What happens when you stop drinking alcohol or doing drugs? Some people worry that they may not be able to handle sober living because of the complex mental health challenges they face. There is no doubt that this can be very challenging, but there is help available…
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When you enter addiction recovery in a treatment center, you start to feel a bit more in control over your future and health. In therapy, it seems like you can do this because you have the help and support you need. But, what happens with sober living once you leave treatment? Sobriety after rehab requires…
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