Is There a Connection Between Stress and Substance Abuse?
Stress is a widespread health issue affecting billions around the globe, and stress and substance abuse are often linked. While difficult to pinpoint, almost every person will experience some kind of stress, worry, or concern in their lifetime. For many, stress is a large concern that impacts their well-being on a regular or even daily […]
Is It Dangerous to Buy Xanax Online?
Many people today know what it is like to suffer from anxiety and depression, often going to great extents to alleviate their symptoms. For some, this includes taking prescription medications without ever seeing a doctor. According to the National Library of Medicine, online pharmacies have significantly increased over the last few years, opening the doorway for an […]
How To Make a Mental Health Recovery Action Plan
It can’t be emphasized enough how effective mental health treatment is. One in five adults in the U.S. experience mental illness, and one in 20 people have serious mental illness, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). But NAMI notes that between 70% to 90% of people who pursue psychological treatment and support […]
Using the OARS Communication Strategy During Motivational Interviewing
The road to recovery from drug or alcohol abuse is sometimes obstructed by a roadblock with a sign that says, “Resistant to change.” Now consider your options: You could turn around and go back the way you came. You could take a detour that brings you to your intended destination, but the route is longer, […]
The Importance of Treating Depression and Addiction in Washington State
Though they may not seem like it, depression and addiction are more deeply intertwined than we might imagine. And when they exist together, they can create a cycle — a negative feedback loop — that is difficult to break. How Common Are Co-Occurring Disorders? A co-existence of co-occurring depression and substance abuse is quite common. […]
