What is Equine-Assisted Therapy?Addiction RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 10, 2020According to the Merriam-Webster online dictionary, the definition of equine is “of, relating to, or resembling a horse or the horse family.” It follows, then, that equine-assisted therapy involves horses. But what is equine-assisted therapy? There are distinctive types of equine therapy, but they all involve the use of horses. There’s equine-assisted therapy (EAT), equine-assisted… Details
Mental Health is Important for Overall Physical HealthAddiction, Dual Diagnosis, Health, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 9, 2020There has always been a connection between mental health and physical health. However, recently, experts have taken the time to research this connection. Accordingly, they have discovered that taking care of your mental health is equally as important as taking care of your physical health. If you need assistance to ensure that both can thrive,… Details
Decision-Making Affected by Binge DrinkingAddiction, Adolescent Issues, AlcoholismBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 8, 2020In society today, many teens believe alcohol use is a normal part of life. In most movies that prominently feature adolescents and teens, there is a scene where teens drink excessively. As a result, teens think that using alcohol is cool, and isn’t that big of a deal. Unfortunately, binge drinking and decision making are… Details
Why Anti-Depressants Don’t Work for SomeDepression, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 8, 2020More than half of people who take antidepressants for depression never get relief. New research from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine finds that this is because the cause of depression has been oversimplified and drugs designed to treat it are aiming at the wrong target. Science Daily reports that a study from the laboratory… Details
Addiction and ImmunityAddiction, Addiction Treatment, HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 6, 2020The threat of COVID-19 is presenting all of us with unique circumstances. The uncertainty and anxiety are sure to wear down our mental and physical health. Unfortunately, folks suffering from addiction are at an even higher risk. Addiction and immunity are directly linked. In other words, your physical health already weak from alcohol and drug… Details
Exercise and DepressionAddiction, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 6, 2020Doctors, scientists, and personal trainers have long touted the benefits of exercise on a person’s physical health. Regular fitness activity prevents chronic health conditions, helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, and much more. But did you know that exercise also benefits your mental health by reducing depression and anxiety? If you are one of… Details
Parents who Accommodate OCD Behaviors May Worsen the ConditionDual Diagnosis, Mental Health, News and Research, Personality DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 4, 2020As parents, we want to do what is best for our children. However, when mental health conditions come into play, the “best thing” may not always be clear. For instance, for parents whose children struggle with OCD, working with them, and accommodating their needs may seem ideal. After all, it’s all about making sure that… Details
Addiction Recovery in Rural AmericaAddiction, Addiction Recovery, Drug AddictionBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 4, 2020Photo by Shep McAllister on Unsplash I had the opportunity to briefly speak with Nikki King to get an understanding of how Promises Behavioral Health can further help our rural communities and what her recommendations are on how to handle this newly added isolation. Addiction is one of the most difficult struggles that… Details
Children of Anxious Parents More Likely to Develop AnxietyAnxiety Disorders, Mental Health, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 3, 2020Anxiety is one of the leading mental illnesses in the country today. Nearly a third of American adults struggle with this debilitating mental illness. Unfortunately, new research indicates that children of anxious parents are more likely to also suffer from anxiety. As a result, many of these children, teens, adolescents, and young adults may also… Details
Gender Plays a Role in Perception of DepressionDepression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 2, 2020Whether you’re a man or a woman, when depression strikes, you may feel lost and confused. Sadly, there is a disconnect between gender and depression perception. In other words, people don’t see depression in women and depression in men the same way. As a result, it may be more difficult for you to get the… Details
