Addiction Recovery’s Most Unexpected Rewards Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction TreatmentBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020In honor of those celebrating recovery, we asked bloggers, recovery organization members, authors, and other who’ve made the journey from addiction to sobriety one simple question: “What’s been the most unexpected reward of recovery?” If you’re struggling with drugs or alcohol, the experts at Promises Behavioral Health know that the answers will help show what… Details
How Parents Can Influence College Students’ Drinking Addiction, Adolescent Issues, AlcoholismBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020Selfies of drunken, wasted students are alarming to any parent preparing to send a budding adult off to college. But experts say that those images convey a false idea about many young people’s experiences and that parents influence college drinking more than they may think. If your teen or young adult child is struggling with… Details
Preventing Relapse: How Strong Is Your Safety Net? Addiction Recovery, News and Research, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020If you are working to overcome an addiction to drugs or alcohol, here’s a basic truth: No one can do it for you. But here’s another: Others can help. You’re much more likely to make it to successful recovery if you have a strong safety net in place for preventing relapse. That means establishing connections… Details
Nurture Yourself With Nature Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020As a result of the first Earth Day, the Environmental Protection Agency was founded and the Clean Air, Clean Water and Endangered Species Acts were passed. Earth Day also raised a conversation about the importance of sustainability of our ecosystems and being good stewards of the planet. But as we seek the most effective ways… Details
5 Questions About Alcohol Detox Answered Alcoholism, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020It’s the first step for those ready to end problem drinking — cleansing the body of alcohol through detox. But what does detoxification really mean? Here’s a look at the process through five commonly asked questions about alcohol detox. Can’t I Just Go Cold Turkey Rather Than Going Through Alcohol Detox? It’s admirable to want… Details
Depression Treatment Beyond Drugs: 10 Things It Can’t Hurt to Try Mood Disorders, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020Tell your doctor you’re depressed and it’s a sure bet you’ll walk out of the office with a prescription for an antidepressant. For some, such medication works miracles, making it possible to again live life to the fullest. Others aren’t so lucky, finding the drugs do little or nothing to help their low mood. Additionally,… Details
Is Trauma Behind Your Alcohol or Drug Use? Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma & PTSDBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020For those struggling with trauma, substances such as drugs and alcohol can seem to offer a way to cope with emotional pain. It’s a false promise, of course. The numbing effects of the drink or the drug will eventually wear off, and the pain will return in force. And with it often comes a new… Details
Treatment for Depression Depression, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020For many people, admitting that they have depression can be difficult. Some regard it as a sign of weakness, while others think they should be able to simply “pull themselves up by the bootstraps”. Acknowledging this treatable psychiatric disorder is the first step towards getting better. The second step is getting treatment. Traditionally, there are… Details
Tips for Helping a Friend or Loved One with Depression Depression, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020If you have a friend or loved one who is depressed, you may feel uncertain as to how to help them. You want to reach out and offer support, but you don’t want to hurt their feelings or offend them if you say the wrong thing. One of the worst things you can do is… Details
Exercise as a Treatment for Depression Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020Exercise is one of the greatest treatments there is for depression. Unfortunately, to the person who is depressed, that’s like saying running is a good treatment for a broken leg! When you are depressed, it’s hard enough to find the motivation just to get out of bed and walk through your house, much less do… Details
