Category: Mental Health

Personality Disorder

How to Get Through the Holidays with Co-occurring Conditions

It is that time of year again, the season when stress and anxiety go off the chart. The past two years have been extremely stressful with the Covid19 pandemic. Now we have to add in the stress and anxiety of the holiday season. How do people with co-occurring mental health and addiction problems cope and […]

Bipolar II Disorder

Bipolar II is not as severe as Bipolar I because the highs never reach full-blown mania. The less intense moods of bipolar II are called hypomanic episodes. A person with bipolar II has had at least one hypomanic episode, but the bipolar II patient suffers more often from depression. Those with bipolar II generally live […]

Surviving the Holidays Extra Stress and Uncertainty

Having a plan to deal with stress and triggers always helps you get through the rough spots. The holidays are no different; make a plan and stick to it.

The Battle of the Holidays Mental Health and Addiction

This time of year is hard on those with mental health issues and addiction recovery. However, the past two years have been twice as bad with the pandemic thrown in the mix.

You Need a Plan: Sobriety and the Holiday Season

Yes, it is that time of year, the holidays are just around the corner. Now is the time to go over your plan or make your plan for the holiday season and sticking to your sobriety. The parties, shopping, trips, money, expectations, and even memories can trigger a relapse. The past couple of years have […]

What Makes Opioids like Heroin and Cocaine Extremely Dangerous?

What makes opioids like heroin and cocaine so dangerous? They are dangerous by themselves and can cause fatal overdoses. However, dealers will not sell pure cocaine or heroin on the street to the user. Instead, they cut that drug two to one. Cutting heroin and cocaine When it comes to cutting the drugs, most dealers will […]