Here’s a common misconception. Teens are moody – if your teen is upset all of the time, it’s nothing to worry about. The fact is, many people fail to see the signs of depression in teens or young adults, and that leads to years of struggling with overall mental health. If you think your teen is…
People across the world struggle with addiction every day. Most experience shame and guilt associated with addiction. Many hide their drug, alcohol, or other dependencies from loved ones. People living with addiction may have trouble connecting with loved ones, communicating, and sustaining relationships, leading to isolation. Addiction treatment therapies can help. With tools ranging from…
In recent decades, more research than ever before has emerged on how our thoughts affect actions and outcomes. The way thoughts do that is by directly influencing our day-to-day actions. Thoughts, beliefs, and actions act as an engine of reality, fueled by the words we say to ourselves. If you think you are socially inept,…
A person’s personality is a combination of characteristics, beliefs, and behavior styles that make them unique. Their perceptions of the world, thoughts, feelings, and attitudes are part of that personality. Personality grows more consistent with age but does not ever become fixed. Accounting for nearly 10% of the U.S. population, individuals with personality disorders have…
Heading into a residential addiction treatment program is a significant step. If you or someone you care about is about to take this step, congratulations are in order. Of the many questions that may be spiraling through your head, “What can I take with me?” might be one of them. Most rehab centers provide suggested…
Medication isn’t enough to guarantee a full recovery from addiction. Once detox is complete, the patient may require extensive therapy and counseling to identify triggers, develop healthy habits and deal with co-occurring mental health issues. There are several benefits of addiction therapy, so if you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use…
Almost 50% of people with a substance use disorder are also suffering from a mental health issue and may require rehab for dual diagnosis to treat all co-occurring disorders as a means of eventually experiencing complete recovery. Individuals battling on two fronts will require a mental health treatment plan in a dual diagnosis treatment capable…
Choosing the right adolescent treatment center is a tough decision during an already difficult time. Rehabilitation centers vary widely in their treatment approaches and capabilities, so it’s not a simple matter of choosing the best one. You need to select the unique method that fits your teen’s individual situation and needs. At Stonewater Adolescent Recovery…
You start the evening off with a couple of drinks. When you arrive at the party, there are even more intoxicating substances present. However, did you know that this habit is considered polysubstance abuse? It’s also very dangerous. What’s Polysubstance Abuse? When you take multiple drugs concurrently, therapists at our Tacoma, WA, substance abuse treatment…
Like all forms of depression, seasonal depression is as unique as the millions of people whom it affects. This can make it challenging to identify the disorder in yourself or a loved one. Unfortunately, untreated seasonal depression rarely gets better on its own. Seasonal depression can affect every facet of a person’s life, including work…