Set Realistic And Reachable Wellness Goals In Recovery : Setting realistic and reachable wellness goals in recovery is essential to maintaining mental and physical health. Recovery from addiction, mental health disorders, or other challenges can be a long and complex process, but setting goals can help to keep you motivated and stay on track. When […]
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Sober Curious : A Movement For Change The phrase sober curious has entered our popular vernacular and seems to be a growing trend. Month-long sobriety challenges like Dry January and Sober October are hardly new, but the sober curious movement seems to be gaining global traction. It was coined by Ruby Warrington in her book ‘Sober Curious:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is a type of psychotherapy that stems from traditional behavior therapy. It emphasizes acceptance as a way to deal with negative thoughts, feelings, and circumstances. The theory suggests that increasing acceptance can lead to increased psychological flexibility. In other words, an ACT therapist will teach
Understanding Depression : Mental Health Awareness : Depression is a mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, low mood and general loss of interest. It affects how you feel, think and behave, and can lead to a variety of emotional problems. It can cause significant impairment in daily life, and in extreme cases can
A Deeper Look Into Dual Diagnosis People with dual diagnosis have both- an underlying or co-occurring mental illness, as well as a drug or alcohol use disorder. The link between mental illness and substance use has always been a complex issue. Although, substance use can change the chemical balance in the brain leading to mental health
Mental Health 101: Understanding Anxiety Disorders Mental health disorders such as depression and anxiety, appear to be taking a foothold in our society. It is estimated that around 275 million people suffer from anxiety disorders, and anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the USA. Anxiety is a normal emotion. It is your
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The Link Between Depression and Addiction Depression and addiction are two interconnected mental health conditions that often co-occur. Depression is a mental illness that affects millions of people worldwide, and it frequently accompanies substance use disorders. This comorbidity is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorder. It’s widely accepted that there is a link between mental health issues and substance abuse. The U.S Department of Health states