Laughter, they say, is the best medicine. There is no better way to experience an overwhelming sense of joy than sharing a light-hearted moment amongst the ones closest to you. Throwing a get-together can be the perfect stage for these good feelings to bring you comfort and serve as a reminder to you that you […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
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As wonderful as the holidays can be, they are also frequently a source of stress for families. People get depressed around the holidays for many reasons. It could be they lost a loved one and miss them at gatherings, things are tense with family members, past trauma and pain haven’t been resolved, or any combination […]
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If you are considering an alcohol rehab program, it can be hard to face events where you know that others may be drinking. But with these three delicious mocktail ideas, you can still take part in the joy of holiday celebrations. Alta Loma Transformational Service’s alcohol addiction program can help you get through the holidays […]
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When something is strange about how your body is feeling physically, including any behavior changes, our self-awareness can help us seek treatment. When we do not have that awareness, this is called anosognosia. Anosognosia may be affecting you, but it no longer needs to be a barrier to receiving the mental health treatment you need. […]
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Living in a pandemic for more than a year has made many people question what the future will look like. However, if your fear of the future impacts your decisions, it may be time to seek help. If you let anticipatory anxiety stop you from living your best life, you are living a life full […]
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Rumination is when you focus so much on your negative thoughts that it leads to severe episodes of anxiety and depression. People with increased negative rumination tend to experience more negative thoughts and focus on the past more often. Luckily, treatment can teach you how to live in the present moment to prevent your anxiety […]
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Everyone has had to learn the lesson that they are not in control at one point in their lives. Feeling the need to control every aspect of your life only leads to anxiety and disappointment. While you can’t control your life’s circumstances or how other people behave and react, you can control yourself, and that’s […]
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When we think of someone with high-functioning depression, we probably envision the person at the grindstone with work every day, distant with friends and family, and struggling to meet expectations more than they let on. The battle for people like this is painfully internal, giving them the feeling that they’re alone and cannot allow others […]
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A primary care doctor will advise their young patients on how to take care of their physical health, but their mental health is just as important. According to the American Medical Association, 80% of pediatricians who have had patients older than nine years old have attempted suicide. Still, only half of the pediatricians felt prepared to […]
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Meditation is one of the healthiest activities to relieve anxiety, depression, stress, and pain. This practice involves focusing on your breathing, the way your body moves when you breathe, and your surroundings. All you have to do is find a time that works for you and stick with your meditative routine. Morning Meditation Meditating as […]
