What Are the Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder?
Bipolar disorder refers to a group of disorders categorized as Bipolar and Related Disorders in the DSM. Bipolar disorder is commonly misdiagnosed as depression because it has many similar symptoms. The most common forms are bipolar I and bipolar II. In this blog, you’ll learn the symptoms of bipolar disorder and how to find treatment. […]
Is Family Therapy Needed in Mental Health Treatment?
If you are struggling with a mental health disorder, treatment can include several types of therapies, one of which may be family therapy. Family therapy involves family members coming together to resolve conflicts and share feelings. If there is a significant issue with certain family members, and you get along better with a godparent or […]
What Are the Benefits of Mental Health Outpatient Treatment?
For many people who need mental health treatment, intensive residential programs are the gold standard. With residential treatment, clients reside in the facility itself while receiving the intense evidence-based treatment and around-the-clock care they need. While very effective, what happens to those who can’t commit to time away from work and family to attend treatment? […]
The Power of Positive Thinking: Shifting Mindsets for Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Having a dual diagnosis can be difficult to experience and challenging to treat. If you or a loved one is grappling with co-occurring disorders, you may benefit from specialized programs that take an “outside of the box” approach to treatment. One such treatment approach is positive thinking. The focus of this article is the power […]
How to Treat Panic Attacks in Teens
“Panic attack” is a phrase that has become interchangeably used with anxiousness, but that isn’t a typical panic attack. An actual panic attack is a sudden sharp chest pain that makes breathing challenging. As a result, the heart beats abnormally. Panic or anxiety attacks are prevalent in teens, and they can be incredibly disturbing because […]
Can ADHD Cause Addiction?
When we think of addiction, the first thing that comes to mind is often someone abusing drugs and alcohol. We tend to think of substance abuse as the primary factor related to addiction, but what if that isn’t the case? There are certain times when substance abuse is the result of other issues. Certain health […]
Are There Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers in Southern California?
Nearly one in five adults in the United States is living with a mental health condition. This accounts for more than 50 million people, 15 million of whom have a serious mental illness. Some of the most common include anxiety disorders, depression, and bipolar disorder. To make matters worse, nearly 20 million people in […]
Is ADHD Medication Addictive?
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, more commonly known as ADHD, is one of the most common mental disorders among children and teenagers. ADHD is characterized by inattentive, hyperactive, and impulsive behaviors, often making it difficult to focus and act appropriately. According to the CDC, over 6.1 million children have been diagnosed with ADHD. Making matters even […]
What are the Signs of Depression in Teens?
There’s nothing abnormal about feeling sad, lonely, or unhappy at certain times in life. It’s something we all experience from time to time and for different reasons – a loved one passes away, troubles at work or school, or fighting with a loved one. With that said, some people experience extreme and persistent moments of […]
What are the Types of Anxiety Disorder?
It is normal to feel anxiety from time to time. Whether it is interviewing for a job, driving in rush hour traffic, or taking an exam, anxiety can help you focus and motivate you to do your best. In most cases, feelings of anxiousness will gradually dissipate when a stress-inducing situation resolves itself. However, if […]
