Category Archives: Treatment

What Are the Health Risks of Mood Stabilizers?

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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 […]

Opioid Addiction in Texas

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 […]

How Meth Affects Cognitive Functioning

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 […]

A Day in the Life at Alta Loma

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 […]

What Questions Should You Ask Your Therapist During Your First Session?

With the lengthy lockdown, loss of jobs, or learning how to work at home with the kids, anxiety and depression have seen a considerable surge due to the pandemic. If you have never seen a therapist before but are seeking treatment for the first time, you may not know what to expect or what to […]

Why Should You Stay on Your Medication?

When you are battling a mental illness, you may need medication to ease your symptoms and prevent them from interfering with your life. Just as you have to take medication for chronic physical conditions, many people have to take medication for mental health disorders. Unfortunately, some people often think that when they start feeling better, […]

How Can Technology Help With Mental Health Disorders?

Mental health issues affect hundreds of millions of people around the world, both diagnosed and undiagnosed. Even if you have received plenty of help with treatment, you may want some additional support when you come home that is accessible to you. Luckily, technological innovations are available to connect with a therapist, track moods, manage symptoms, […]

How Do You Gauge Progress in Therapy?

In the best of situations, going into treatment means establishing a great rapport with your therapist about your mental health issues and finding solutions. After a while, your therapist may tell you that you can reduce your sessions or only call when needed. Rather than feeling rejected, this is a sign of progress. While these […]

Seeking Treatment for Crack Cocaine Addiction

Cocaine is a powerfully addictive substance that can make recovery extremely challenging. Those that struggle with addiction to crack cocaine can feel hopeless, as if they will never recover. However, professional treatment restores hope for many by aiding the recovery process and helping breathe new life into those that have lost hope. By learning about […]