Millions of Americans struggle with bipolar disorder. Studies have suggested that bipolar disorder comes with the risk of coronary heart disease when taking certain mood stabilizers. Due to bipolar disorder often being treated with therapy and medications, psychiatrists and physicians have the power to decrease the patient’s chances of suffering heart issues and strokes. Risk […]
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Raising children and being worried about their well-being can bring up a whole lot of anxiety. Imagine being a parent already with anxiety and making a number of mistakes as a result of it. By learning how to manage your anxiety, you can teach your child how to be confident and resilient compared to letting […]
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The opioid crisis has severely impacted the United States since it began in the 1990s. Several states have put programs into place to help educate and protect their citizens. Texas is one of these states, publishing information daily about opioid statistics and treatment information. Individuals that use opioids in Texas may be unaware of the […]
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Struggling with bipolar disorder can be isolating. You may feel that no one else understands you, and you can’t lead a productive life because of your symptoms. However, there are many successful individuals with bipolar disorder that live their life to the fullest. Seeing celebrities accomplish their goals can be motivating for you in your […]
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It is a well-known fact that methamphetamine use has severe physical effects on the body. However, many people do not know the extent of these effects. Instead, they brush them aside as “nothing to worry about ” as they descend further into addiction. However, meth has a severe impact on the body, especially cognitive […]
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Inhalant abuse and addiction are widespread, but they can be challenging to detect. This is because its effects are short-term, making it difficult to spot someone actively using the substances. Though it may be challenging to determine whether or not a person is using inhalants, it is not impossible. You can still get someone […]
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When discussing addiction, one of the most commonly used phrases is “hitting rock bottom.” While this phrase is popular, almost every person will have a different definition of rock bottom, and how it appeared to them. With this ever-changing definition, how can one expect to wait until it happens to seek help? The answer is, […]
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Many people get their information regarding bipolar disorder from the media, such as movies, television shows, and other untrustworthy sources. False information leads to stereotypes and can unintentionally cause harm to those struggling with the disorder in their daily lives. To fight against this misleading information, an explanation of how bipolar disorder affects the daily […]
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For individuals struggling with addiction who are thinking of going into treatment, the unknown can be terrifying. You may not know what to expect, adding to your fears surrounding recovery. At Alta Loma Transformational Services, we want to be transparent with current and potential residents. For these reasons, we want to offer you a glimpse […]
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In the world of addiction recovery, there are terms used for various types of programs. Two terms that are often misunderstood are IOP and PHP. Learning what these are can help those struggling get the help they need to recover. By explaining the benefits of IOPs and PHPs, we hope to give you a clearer […]
