Teen depression is more than just being moody or occasionally feeling down in the dumps; it’s a serious condition that disrupts your teen’s life and can lead to serious problems… Read More
Rehabilitation Blog Posts by Casa Palmera Staff
Yoga Therapy for Depression, Anxiety, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder and Dual Diagnosis
If you’re dealing with depression, anxiety or another mood disorder, yoga can be an appealing way to better manage your symptoms. Scientific studies of yoga demonstrate that yoga therapy is… Read More
Top 5 Reasons Teens Use Drugs
There are many reasons why teens abuse illegal or prescription drugs. Past studies used to point to “having fun” as the number-one reason teens used drugs, but more recent… Read More
Tips for Living with a Bipolar Partner
Living with a bipolar partner is very hard. No matter how much you love your partner, their erratic behavior and the chaotic environment their mood swings create can shake the… Read More
Are Antidepressants Addictive?
Sometimes people are wary of taking prescription medications because they fear they may become addicted to them. While it is healthy to be concerned about the potential risks of prescription… Read More
Bipolar Disorder and Men
Bipolar disorder affects nearly 5.7 million people in the United States. Bipolar disorder is equally common in men and women, but there are gender differences in the way that bipolar… Read More
The History of Illegal Drugs in America
Drug abuse and addiction has been a social problem in America for nearly a century. What may be surprising is that many of these illegal drugs were first introduced by… Read More
Bipolar Disorder: The Causes and the Cure
Bipolar disorder can be a scary diagnosis, leaving many to wonder why they or their loved one has developed the disorder. No one really knows exactly what causes bipolar disorder,… Read More
Bipolar Disorder vs. Depression: How to Tell the Difference
Bipolar disorder and depression are very similar illnesses with one major difference: People with bipolar disorder switch between episodes of depression and episodes of mania. Because these two illnesses are… Read More
How to Treat Depression
Depression is a dark cloud that permeates every area of your life: your relationships, your job and your ability to do normal day-to-day activities are all interrupted by its devastating… Read More