Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is a complex mental health disorder characterized by patterns of varying moods, behaviors and sense of self. This condition is heavily associated with negative stigma because… Read More
Updated on 3/3/2023 Adversity is an inevitable part of life. Although challenging, adversity is essential as it helps us persevere beyond difficult life experiences. The more we experience hardships and… Read More
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Xanax is a medication prescribed to reduce anxiety and panic-related symptoms. This substance can cause a number of problems for patients,… Read More
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Byline: Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Many people have experienced an event at some point in their lives that they describe as “traumatic.” Traumatic experiences can have… Read More
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Emotional dysregulation is a term used to describe a condition in which emotional responses are poorly regulated by the brain. An individual… Read More
Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Conscious Recovery is a program that substance abuse treatment centers like Casa Palmera have incorporated alongside their evidence-based and experiential treatments. The… Read More
Updated on 1/31/2023 Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction can be a long and complicated journey. The process often involves rediscovering… Read More
Updated on 08/02/23 Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT Peer pressure is an inevitable aspect of living amongst other human beings. From early childhood to the teenage years, peer pressure… Read More
Many people need guidance and empowerment to successfully recover from a substance use disorder and avoid relapse. However, an addiction to drugs or alcohol can be a heavy reality to… Read More
