When someone experiences a traumatic event, it changes their brain chemistry. They no longer look at or experience the world in the same way, whether they’re conscious of this shift or not. Some post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) sufferers turn to drugs or alcohol...
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop in those who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Because of the associated intrusive thoughts, vivid flashbacks, and intense anxiety, people with PTSD may turn to alcohol...
Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. Rehab facilities come in all shapes and sizes, and they vary in their ability to treat different diagnoses. With so many options, how can you find the substance abuse program that’s right for you? Read on to discover...
Many times, the connection between substance abuse and mental health is a case of the chicken or the egg. Did the substance abuse begin because of emotional or mental strain, or has the alcohol or drugs led to mental health issues? Both situations could be true....
Addiction is devastating in how it affects the mind, body, and spirit. But just how deeply a patient’s life and well-being have been compromised isn’t often revealed until sobriety begins. This is especially apparent when an underlying diagnosis, such as depression or...
George was recently diagnosed with a dual diagnosis. He checked himself into a treatment center for alcoholics and was surprised when the therapist told him that he has a dual diagnosis of alcohol abuse and anxiety. At first, George was confused, but as he talked more...
