The Opioid Epidemic and Pregnancy
As reported by CNN Health, “According to a recent study, the cost of treating infants in U.S. hospitals exposed to opioids increased by more than $250 million in four years”. Another staggering statistic included in the report, “In 2012, the total hospital costs associated with neonatal abstinence syndrome amounted to $316 million. By 2016, this…
Mindfulness Practice for Opioid Addiction
According to a study published in Science Daily, “People suffering from opioid addiction and chronic pain may have fewer cravings and less pain if they use both mindfulness techniques and medication for opioid dependence.” Practicing mindfulness is said to increase self-awareness and self-control, therefore allowing those to curb their cravings as well as be less…
Alcoholism On The Job
Those that abuse alcohol or suffer from alcoholism may often consume alcohol during work hours or show up to work already intoxicated. Sometimes those that abuse alcohol are still are able to maintain their job and are referred to as a “functioning alcoholic”. However, any form of alcoholism is dangerous, and that person more than…
Alcoholism Impact On Childhood
You may have heard before that alcoholism runs in person’s family. Perhaps multiple generations of a single family have had similar alcohol abuse behaviors and health risks. One might wonder, is this all learned behavior or something more innate? Nature and Nurture Scientists have discovered there does exist a genetic factor that make some individuals…
Antidepressant Dependency Debate
According to the American Psychological Association, antidepressant usage is on the rise. There has been a 64 percent increase in the number of people using antidepressants between 1999 and 2014. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that approximately 1 in 10 people aged 12 years and older take an antidepressant. The Independent…
5 Best Healing Activities for Recovery
Amid life’s challenges, finding space to heal is vital—especially when facing mental health struggles. Healing activities help you discover yourself; they nurture your emotions, thoughts, and spirit. They offer a chance to reconnect with yourself and support your journey toward recovery and well-being. When the weight of mental health feels overwhelming, practices like mindfulness, meditation,…
Signs and Symptoms of a Panic Attack
People with anxiety issues sometimes suffer from panic attacks when they experience intense and overwhelming fear. A panic attack can lead to physical and emotional reactions to a trigger and can make people feel as though they are losing control. Panic attacks can be debilitating because they involve a number of frightening and uncomfortable symptoms….
5 Things to Know about Addiction and Bipolar Disorder
Substance abuse often is closely connected to mental health issues and bipolar disorder can be one of the most vulnerable to dual diagnosis. Because bipolar disorder and substance abuse frequently occur together, it is helpful to know certain facts about the disorder and how it relates to drug use. 1. Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed…
4 Common Behavioral Addictions
When someone loses control of their behavior and compulsively engages in an activity despite its negative consequences, they may be facing a behavioral addiction. This can be just as damaging as substance abuse, often impacting mental, emotional, and physical health, relationships, and daily life. Unlike substance addiction, which involves physical dependence on drugs or alcohol,…
How Self-Love Can Change Your Mental Health
For people struggling with depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges, self-esteem often becomes an unseen battle. Negative self-talk, self-doubt, and feelings of unworthiness can significantly affect how they perceive themselves and their ability to navigate life’s challenges. Surprisingly, many people don’t realize the harmful and self-deprecating thoughts they engage in daily. Practicing self-love is…