Do you feel helpless and hopeless often? Do you wonder why you are always so unhappy and cannot find joy in your life? You could be suffering from a condition called major depression. While most people feel sad from time to time, major depression is a serious type of mental health disorder that requires treatment.…
Have you ever had an anxiety attack? If you have, you know how debilitating it can be. Anxiety attacks can be downright scary. When that happens, you lose control. You struggle with being able to communicate what your needs are. In those moments, you don’t know what you can do to get through them. It…
Researchers have known for years that social media glorifies the use of drugs and alcohol. For example, teens active on social media sites are more likely to use drugs, drink, and smoke than teens who aren’t. Social media makes drug abuse look and sound enticing, even exotic. Unfortunately, many of those tuning in are among…
Have you heard your dentist refer to meth mouth? This condition refers to meth’s effects on teeth. If you or someone you love struggles with a substance use disorder involving this dangerous drug, meth mouth may be the least of your worries. You should contact Atlantic Recovery Center as soon as possible and here’s why.…
There are many reasons drug and alcohol addiction treatment centers exist, and one of the most important is to help clients survive detox and withdrawal. While this may sound alarmist, it isn’t really. It’s quite possible to die from complications of withdrawal, especially if alcohol or opioids are involved. And even if you survive, this…
Addiction is not just a disease that affects adults. It can strike teens, too. With the pressures of academics, peers, and relationships, the teenage years are more stressful than many parents realize. Surprisingly, many young people turn to self-medicating to help relieve the pressures of being a teen in the 21st century. If you suspect…
Codependency is a condition that affects your emotions and behavior. It’s a learned disorder that’s typically passed down through generations and is often a result of alcoholism or drug abuse in families. Adult children of alcoholics are prone to codependency, for instance. This is a condition that’s debilitating in many ways, yet if you have…
If someone you love — your child, your spouse, or even your co-worker — suffers from the obvious signs of a substance use disorder, it may be time to intervene. Drug and alcohol addictions are sometimes more obvious to family members than they are to the person who’s affected. For this reason, staging an intervention…
What is World Mental Health Day? It’s a day to remember all those who struggle with mental health issues and to celebrate those who work in the mental health care system. World Mental Health Day has come and gone every year since 1992 and always falls on the tenth of October. It was established by…
If your loved one struggles with substance use disorder, you should familiarize yourself with the signs of a drug overdose. Recognizing the signs and being able to react quickly could mean the difference between life and death. Know the Signs of Drug Overdose Many drug overdose symptoms differ depending upon the drug used. For instance,…