If you suffer from depression, there’s a good chance that you also have a drug or alcohol issue or substance use disorder. In fact, your odds of being in this situation are roughly 50/50. Combined signs of depression and addiction are examples of something called dual diagnosis. This term means that you have more than…
People around the world share many of the same problems and concerns. In the 21st century, that includes a need for a greater understanding of mental illness. It also includes a need for greater access to mental health treatment. In acknowledgment of these modern realities, World Mental Health Day is celebrated every year on October…
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, millions of people throughout the U.S. started working from home. But now, as the weeks and months roll by, a post-COVID-19 world is slowly emerging into reality. Although there is still a lot of work to be done. For many, part of that reality is a gradual return to working…
The preceding months have been challenging, scary, and, of course, unnerving as the global pandemic forced most of us to retreat to our homes, secluded from friends and loved ones. For many of us, self-care may have been the last thing on our minds. Instead, concern for our jobs, our family’s security, finances, and most…
Peer support is broadly defined as when two people, having similar experiences, come together to discuss, share, and support one another. Amid mental health struggles, having a supportive group of people with whom you can communicate, express your feelings, and identify can be the difference between life-long recovery and relapse. While peer support is often…
Nearly one in five Americans suffer from mental health conditions each year, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, yet only about half receive treatment. With all of the resources available today, help is available for those with a mental health condition. Mental Health Awareness Month aims to remove the stigma and encourage those…
Rates of the prevalence of substance use disorder in Hispanic communities typically mirror that of the general U.S. population. However, some indicators show that substance use and mental health disorders, including co-occurring disorders requiring dual diagnosis treatment, may be slightly higher due to sociodemographic factors. These factors may also prevent or deter those who suffer…
A group therapy program can supplement individual therapy during mental health treatment. To decide if group therapy is right for you, review the information below to learn more about group therapy and its benefits to those seeking mental health solutions. What Is Group Therapy? Group therapy falls under the category of psychotherapy and involves several…
According to the World Health Organization, nearly one in four individuals worldwide has a mental health condition. Unfortunately, many people who are battling this condition do not seek treatment. Because of the stigma surrounding mental health conditions and treatment options, many people choose to suffer in silence, even though their condition is treatable. However, many…