Take one look at drug addiction statistics in the United States, and it’s clear that there’s an epidemic. Drug use has been on the rise for years. Experts believe that there are several different reasons for this increase, including higher life stress and higher potential for addiction to prescription drugs. At San Antonio Recovery Center,…
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) can be an important part of an addiction therapy program. The objective is to work on becoming more aware of yourself, your actions, and your surroundings. You will also learn coping skills and arm yourself with useful tools to manage the emotions associated with a substance use disorder. As part of…
You may be new to meditation therapy as part of addiction and mental health treatment programs. However, the practice of meditation itself is far from new. In fact, the practice is thousands of years old and only became popular in Western culture in the 1960s and 70s. An important part of addiction treatment and recovery…
It’s not wise to take mood disorders lightly. In fact, they are mental illnesses and can be serious conditions. Dismissing someone as “moody” isn’t a solution. Recognizing the signs of a mood disorder can help better equip you in getting yourself—or someone you care about—the help that is needed. A mood disorder can affect a…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is common following traumatic events such as active combat service in the military, a serious accident, abuse, a natural disaster, and even a worldwide pandemic. Like any serious medical condition, PTSD can affect every part of your life in a negative way when left untreated. If you have questions surrounding a…
Anxiety treatment offers relief if you’re experiencing overwhelming stress at some point in life. For instance, you may feel tensed about sitting for an exam, a job interview, or even undergoing a medical test. Some people are even terrified by a sudden stock market drop, and can quickly go into depression. For many people worldwide…
Post-traumatic stress disorder is a serious condition that occurs following a horrifying event. Unfortunately, anything that terrifies you can also lead to lasting PTSD. This condition often stems from war, natural disasters, physical abuse, rape, and car accidents. Afterward, people struggle with the memories and fears of the horror each day. All too often, PTSD…
Many people with a mental health disorder also face addiction to drugs and alcohol. Either condition can come first; addiction can also lead to the development of mental health problems. Yet, it can be difficult for mental health patients struggling with depression, anxiety, or trauma to get help. Turning to alcohol or drugs may seem…
If you suffer from an anxiety disorder, then you aren’t alone. In fact, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health disorder in the United States. This disorder affects approximately 40 million people who are age 18 and above. The number would likely be higher if you take into consideration those who are not diagnosed.…
Millions of people around the world struggle with mental health issues, with a substantial proportion of them being diagnosed with mood disorders. Mood disorders are a category of mental health diagnoses that include major depressive disorder and bipolar disorder. There is a close association between mood disorders and addiction, with many people who suffer from…