Dangers of Mixing Cocaine and Xanax
Addiction, TreatmentCocaine and Xanax at face value appear to have nothing in common. One is a stimulant and one is a depressant. These two drugs, however, are often misused together to achieve a certain desired effect.
It is always risky to mix substances.…
Consequences of Mixing Prozac and Alcohol
Addiction, Alcohol, Anxiety, Behavior, Mental Health, TreatmentDangers of Mixing Prozac and Alcohol
Mixing alcohol with any drug is dangerous, but the combination of Prozac and alcohol can be very risky.
There is a reason why the insert in the package of Prozac and other antidepressants warns against…
How to Calm a Manic Episode
Behavior, Bipolar, Mental Health, TreatmentWhen you have bipolar, knowing how to calm a manic episode is critical.
Bipolar disorder is a mental health disorder that manifests with features of both clinical depression and mania or hypomania. Some versions of bipolar are more severe…
Alternative to a Mental Ward Hospital
Behavior, Mental Health, Psychiactric, TreatmentWhat Can I Do Instead of Going to a Mental Hospital?
When in the midst of a mental health crisis you may assume the only treatment option is a mental ward in a hospital setting. Learn about some other mental healthcare options.
There is…
Drug Rehab Information Explained
Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, TreatmentTreatment Approaches For Drug Addiction
Having access to drug rehab information is key to getting the treatment needed for a substance use disorder.
When you develop dependence or addiction to a substance, you’ll begin to feel that you…
The Effects of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) On Anxiety, Stress, and Academic Performance
Anxiety, Guest Blog, Mental Health, Stress, TreatmentEmotional Intelligence (EQ) refers to one's ability to recognize, control, and assess emotions. Some experts believe that you can learn and strengthen EQ.
Knowing how to understand, assess, and respond to emotions is important. So is knowing…
Helping a Family Member With Alcoholism
Addiction, Alcohol, Recovery, TreatmentHow Do You Help Someone Who Can't Stop Drinking?
When someone you love is ill, you want to guide them toward getting treatment. Helping a family member with alcoholism is no different.
A disease is a health condition that can harm wellness,…
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers California
Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, TreatmentLearn about how dual diagnosis treatment centers in California help those with both mental health and substance use disorders.
The term dual diagnosis refers to the presence of both a substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental health disorder…
How to Admit Yourself to a Mental Hospital
Behavior, Mental Health, Psychiactric, TreatmentSigns You Need to Go to a Mental Hospital
When mental health worsens and the person becomes a danger to self or others, they can admit themselves to a mental health program.
Sometimes, no matter how we try to manage our mental health issues,…
Substance Addiction Treatment Centers
Addiction, Guest Blog, TreatmentWhat is A Rehab Facility?
A drug rehabilitation center is a facility where a person receives help to overcome their addictions. Some rehab centers also offer help with physical/mental illnesses, traumas, and injuries. However, the term rehab…