First Responders: What Are the Best Ways to Take Care of Your Mental Health?
First responders are on the front lines every day, helping to care for others. But what about their own mental health? There are many ways we can take care of …
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Will I Ever Overcome My PTSD?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a common mental health disorder that can feel like a lifetime of pain and suffering. PTSD is a debilitating disorder that can change the way …
A Guide to Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that affects millions of people worldwide. Although many people develop SAD, it’s still not a well-understood disorder. This is because of …
How Your Brain Can be Healed After Trauma
Trauma is not biased; it can happen to anyone, at any age, at any time. As a result, trauma is often unexpected and can leave the receiver feeling in shock …
Affirmations and Why They Matter
You may have in your life come across a new term being used today known as an “affirmation.” Some might not know exactly what that means, but they might have …
What Can I Expect In Residential Treatment?
Sometimes people need a little more help than others when it comes to mental health treatment. Some people may only need an outpatient treatment program. Others, however, may need to …
How to Experience Grief in Inpatient Treatment
If you’ve decided to seek inpatient treatment, you’re probably wondering what it’s like. Residential treatment offers a safe and supportive place for your recovery. Inpatient treatment is not a vacation …
Dual Diagnosis: Treatment Takes a Team
Dual diagnoses are prevalent in our society. An individual with a dual diagnosis has both a mental health disorder and substance use disorder (SUD). According to the Substance Abuse and …
Prompting a Loved One to Seek Treatment
It is difficult to watch someone you love and care about struggle with a mental health disorder. Sometimes, your loved one may not want help, either through misinformation, pride, or …
What to Expect When You Need Medication as Part of Treatment
Sometimes in your mental health journey, you may need medication to help you for a wide array of reasons. If you have never taken anything besides aspirin or cold medicine, …