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 […]
How Does Depression Affect Addiction?
Depression (commonly known as major depressive disorder) is one of the most common mental illnesses in the United States. According to data provided by the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH): An estimated 21.0 million (8.4 percent) of adults in the United States had at least one major depressive episode. The prevalence of major depressive […]
What Disorders Commonly Affect Teens?
Mental illness is not exclusively an adult issue. Increasingly, mental health in teenagers is becoming a serious health concern. It is estimated that 1 in 5 teens have a diagnosable mental disorder. In fact, 50 to 75 percent of teens that develop anxiety and other mood disorder do so during adolescence. If left untreated, mental […]
What to Do During a Panic Attack
Everyone will have moments where they feel anxious or fearful of a situation. These feelings are a normal and natural response to certain events in our daily lives. However, there are some who experience sudden attacks of anxiety that last several minutes and feel overwhelmed with fear. These short but intense moments of gripping fear […]
How to Find Teen Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Burbank, CA
When people are diagnosed with substance use disorder and mental health conditions, it is known as a dual diagnosis or co-occurring disorders. This condition can be complicated to treat, and it severely impacts those affected and their loved ones. The effects of dual diagnosis are particularly pronounced in teenagers. The estimated rate of dual diagnosis […]
What Is the Difference Between a Phobia and a Fear?
You might look at these two words, phobia and fear, and deduce they’re the same. At times, they may be used interchangeably. That may well be the case for someone that doesn’t have to address the topic much, but there is a real gulf between the two for those living it. So, what is the […]
What Is Outpatient Treatment for Mental Health?
Mental health is a serious issue that requires focused treatment and individualized care. Recently, mental health disorders have garnished more public attention, and talking about mental health is becoming increasingly destigmatized. For years, mental and behavioral health disorders were seen as either ‘weaknesses’ or ‘private matters’ that no one would speak about freely. These issues […]
Is Adderall a Stimulant or Depressant?
Most frequently used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, aka ADHD, Adderall is a very commonly prescribed drug due to the prevalence of ADHD. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that “as of 2016, 6.1 million children aged 2-17 years living in the U.S. had been diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder”. Adding that […]
Pros and Cons of Going to a Coed Drug Rehab
Treatment for drug addiction comes in many different forms but one of the most basic choices to make after you’ve decided to seek help is whether you opt for a gender-specific or coed drug rehab – mix-gendered in other words. Because addiction is such an intimately personal experience, there’s no catchall answer or silver bullet. […]
