When an individual is struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental health disorder simultaneously, they are said to have co-occurring disorders. Disorders that co-occur are comorbid, which means… Read More
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Substance Use and PTSD
Updated on 10/26/23 Post-traumatic stress disorder (PSTD) is a severe mental health condition that may develop in individuals who have experienced a shocking, dangerous or seemingly life-threatening event. While this… Read More
Why Do Addiction and Mental Health Disorders Often Occur Together?
Updated on 4/13/23 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Individuals who have substance use disorder (SUD) experience increased risks of developing other mental health disorders and vice versa. When mental… Read More
How Do I Know if I Am Enabling My Loved One?
Being the parent, sibling, spouse or other loved one of an individual struggling with addiction can be incredibly difficult. Addiction is often referred to as a family disease because it… Read More
Why Trauma-Informed Care Is Essential for Veterans in Addiction Recovery
Veterans are a unique population of individuals who have endured myriad challenges throughout their lives, especially while they were on active duty. Veterans experience increased risks of developing substance use… Read More
How to Effectively Trial New Medication
Being prescribed a new medication to manage your mental health symptoms can surface many emotions. If this is the first time you have been prescribed medication, you may feel excited… Read More
Why Acceptance Is Essential to Recovery
Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Many people that struggle with addiction continue to do so because they are not ready to accept the consequences that their substance-using behavior has… Read More
Destigmatizing Borderline Personality Disorder
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
Maintaining Mental Health During Challenging Times
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
How Does Exercise and a Healthy Diet Impact Recovery?
When you choose a life in recovery, you decide to pursue a healthier lifestyle and prioritize your well-being. Therefore, recovery can also be an ideal time to assess and make… Read More