Bipolar disorder and substance use disorder (SUD) often co-occur. There are several reasons for this occurrence. It is common for a person with a mental health condition to self-treat with certain substances. Thus, this can often lead to addiction. Additionally, SUD can lead to an increased likelihood of an individual developing a mental health condition […]
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Contrary to what people may believe, anyone can develop an addiction, whether that be to alcohol, other drugs, or addictive behaviors. However, there are specific circumstances that can make individuals more vulnerable. These are known as risk factors. Becoming familiar with addiction risk factors is essential to preventing substance abuse before it happens. These risk
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According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, more than 20 million individuals in the United States met the criteria for a substance use disorder (SUD) in the last year. While many of these individuals may not be ready to begin treatment, many may feel motivated to start the recovery process. Some may
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For those seeking recovery, many well-known factors can contribute to greater well-being throughout the healing journey. One of these factors is gratitude. A 2016 literature review in the Journal of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning shows the plethora of research indicating that gratitude can create various positive impacts. It can significantly improve psychological, spiritual,
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps manage bipolar disorder by improving mood stability, reducing depressive and manic symptoms, and supporting long-term emotional balance through structured, evidence-based treatment.
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Now that a bit of time has passed, you may be more able to reflect on your condition and understand where it all started. Maybe you were exposed to the toxic substance at a young age. Perhaps you waited until college to try your first drink. The fact is, addiction is not a choice, but
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There are many reasons why an individual may seek group therapy services. Some may have a difficult time dealing with daily life stressors. Adjusting to changes that life brings, such as medical or mental health problems, may not be easy. Adapting to new environments and confronting life transitions can be difficult. Others may have problems
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Addiction triggers and cravings can cause relapse by reigniting the urge to use drugs or alcohol. Identifying triggers and seeking support helps build lasting addiction recovery.
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There are many reasons why people use drugs. Some use them to ease curiosity or social pressures. Others use them to self-medicate. Recreational drug use, regardless of the reason, poses risks. Self-medicating practices bring about challenges throughout treatment and recovery, though. It is essential to understand what self-medicating is and what it has to do
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For individuals living with depression, it can be common to become strangely comfortable with the condition. This is not to say that the condition is by any means pleasurable. Depression is a clinical mental illness that takes time, patience, and great effort to treat. Because of these qualifications for effective recovery from the condition, many
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