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Risk Factors for Co-occurring Disorders

Risk Factors for Co-occurring Disorders

Content reviewed by Nicholas G. Glines A co-occurring disorder, also known as dual-diagnosis, describes the presence of two or more conditions...

Helping Veterans Beat the Winter Blues

Helping Veterans Beat the Winter Blues

Updated on 12/12/23 Seasonal affective disorder (SAD), more popularly referred to as the “winter blues,” is a serious condition that can...

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The Relationship Between Mental Health and Addiction

When you have both a substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental health disorder, this is called a co-occurring disorder or...

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First Responders: Getting Help for Behavioral Health

There is no question that there are significant risks in behavioral health consequences for first responders. Approximately 30% of first responders...

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What is Normal Anyway?

The definition of “normal” can be subjective; people constantly adapt and change pieces of themselves and their lives to survive. Finding...

anger as a secondary emotion

Understanding Anger as a Secondary Emotion

Anger is a complex emotion that can have a profound effect on you and the people around you. Anger can cause...

life after treatment

3 Ways to Establish Your Life After Addiction Treatment

Updated on 2/1/23 Immediately following treatment, you will likely experience a sense of accomplishment, relief, pride and excitement. While it might...

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Four Ways Yoga Can Help in Times of Duress

Stress can take its toll on your mental and physical health. Worries resulting in stress, anxiety and depression can result from...

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Recovery Through Creative Healing

Creativity is a physical representation of your suspended thoughts and memories. For example, if you have not drawn since your early...

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Sound Bath Therapy

When managing stress and anxiety, it is not uncommon to take a hot bath to relax. However, have you ever tried...