Category Archives: Mental Health
Having a co-occurring mental health disorder alongside addiction has its own set of unique challenges. Many often wonder if addiction can cause mental illness or vice versa, but the truth is that they both feed off each other, making each other worse over time if treatment is not sought out. Bipolar disorder is a mental […]
Bipolar disorder is often misunderstood due to media portrayals of the disorder within movies, TV shows, newscasts, and more. For this reason, an increasing amount of stigma has resulted from a lack of knowledge surrounding bipolar disorder. One facet of this mental health disorder that is commonly misunderstood is mania. Often portrayed as a sudden […]
Mental wellness is just as important as physical wellness. Unfortunately, many people living with a mental illness get misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed where their symptoms are overlooked by a doctor. By becoming aware of which mental illnesses go unnoticed, you can recognize the importance of getting your symptoms checked and advocate for yourself better as a […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]