Many individuals who struggle with depression and anxiety often use antidepressants to relieve their symptoms. These medications can provide genuine relief when used combined with other treatment techniques. However, for those recovering from addiction, using antidepressants can lead to further complications within the treatment. Your personal needs and the facility you are receiving treatment from […]
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Having bipolar disorder means living with the challenges of managing your triggers so you do not have dramatic mood changes. Some people may be prone to manic episodes where they feel excited, angry, or energized, whereas others experience more depressive episodes. To help yourself with bipolar triggers during one of the most stressful times in […]
Recovery is something that you will continuously have to work at every day to maintain. Every decision you make will play into whether you stay sober; this means you must know how to make positive choices to continue living a happy, healthy, and sober life. Over time, making positive choices will become a habit, but […]
Anxiety feels like a threat to our emotional, physical, or mental safety in the world. When our anxious thoughts put us in distress, it can make it hard for us to problem-solve effectively, affect us physically, withdraw us socially, and feel exhausted and confused in the end. It is important to remember with anxiety that […]
When you are struggling with addiction, it can be difficult to imagine a new life for yourself. You have lived in this reality for so long that even the thought of getting help can be frightening because it is foreign. However, you will not be able to get help and turn your life around if […]
Most parents want to do their best when raising and providing for their children. Many often worry that they may project their own traumas and bad memories onto their child through toxic behaviors. As your child grows, it is crucial to take care of yourself to ensure that they are in a safe, healthy, and […]
When we have anxiety, our racing thoughts may make it very hard to go to sleep. In fact, according to a survey by Bankrate, more than half of U.S. adults lose sleep over money. By recognizing your worries and coming up with a quick finance plan, you may have less worry and be able to […]
For individuals who enjoy exercise, sports, and working with others to accomplish a common goal, team sports are an excellent option to bolster their recovery. You don’t have to be good at sports to reap the benefits; you just need to have a positive attitude and willingness to engage with your team. From there, you […]
You have probably gotten advice in the past about how to take care of your mental health. This ongoing pandemic has either increased mental health symptoms in people who already struggle with mental illness or have developed a problem since the pandemic. It is important to get accurate advice that relates to today’s issues as […]
Everyone in recovery is searching for that one thing that can spark motivation to keep going. There will be days when you feel as though you cannot keep pressing forward and heal, but finding the right outlet for these feelings will help you overcome them and continue on the path to sobriety. Music can be […]