A Growing Epidemic: The Long Term Effects of OpiatesAddiction, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 28, 2019Each year, nearly 50,000 Americans lose their lives to opiate use. This harrowing reality is often the final culmination of years of substance abuse, emotional struggle, physical dependency, and mental torment. Opiates – both natural and synthetic – have claimed the spotlight as the driver behind one of the most destructive epidemics the United States… Details
How To Help An AlcoholicAddiction, AlcoholismBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 28, 2019Friends and Family of an Alcoholic Fighting alcohol abuse should not be a solo effort. Instead, Promises Behavioral Health is a nationwide consortium of treatment centers dedicated to helping you and your loved one fight alcohol addiction. As our motto says, “Recovery Begins With A Promise“. The first promise has to be to yourself. If… Details
A Marketing Team’s 7 Favorite BooksUncategorizedBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 24, 2019The dream library for the dream marketing team These books helped build the personal library of each of the Promise’s marketing team members and laid the foundations for the creative thought process behind the brand. 1. Christi Krizman – Director of Internal Communications “Building A StoryBrand” by Donald Miller I love Donald Miller’s Building A… Details
Anxiety vs Depression: How Can You Tell the Difference?Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 23, 2019On the surface, anxiety and depression seem entirely dissimilar. After all, people imagine anxiety as something that’s more active and pressing, while depression is more of a backdrop. But when it comes to anxiety vs depression, they actually share many symptoms and often occur together. Outpatient and inpatient depression treatment centers can help you determine which… Details
7 Common Addictive BehaviorsAddiction, Behavioral Addictions, Sex AddictionBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 22, 2019Addictive Behaviors It’s not just substances that can be addictive: there are also addictive behaviors. 12 step support programs can be used for both behaviors and substances, but it’s important for you to identify your addictive behavior first. Here are some common examples of these types of behavior. 1. Gambling Addictions Gambling is one of the… Details
ADD vs ADHDAnxiety Disorders, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 22, 2019ADHD treatment programs are quite often part of drug and alcohol treatment. We are frequently asked to explain ADD vs ADHD by our clients. Many received a diagnosis of one or the other as kids, but others are just getting a diagnosis for the first time as adults, and the terms can be confusing. Since… Details
Effects of Meth on the BrainAddiction, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 21, 2019According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health in 2017, 1.6 million people reported that they had used methamphetamine in the last year. People often deem meth as a recreational or street drug. However, most people consider it to be one of the most dangerous illicit drugs out there. The effects of meth… Details
Inpatient vs Outpatient Care: Which Do You Need?Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Drug Addiction, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 21, 2019What’s the difference between inpatient vs outpatient care? Both inpatient and outpatient drug rehab centers are important parts of the recovery process. Which is right for you depends on your personal recovery journey. Inpatient Care: Rigorous and Controlled If you’ve struggled with your substance abuse for some time, inpatient care like the residential alcohol treatment center… Details
How to Help Someone with PTSDDual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Trauma & PTSDBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 16, 2019Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common forms of mental illness in the United States. Promises Behavioral Health is among local trauma and PTSD treatment centers that help families and individuals struggling with PTSD and its many symptoms. PTSD can strike virtually anyone at just about any point in his or… Details
What is Psychotherapy?Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Alcoholism, Behavioral Addictions, Drug Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Sex Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 15, 2019People who have taken the step to detox from a drug or alcohol addiction are to be commended. It requires courage and strength to make the decision to come forward and admit you have a problem, and it takes tremendous dedication and hard work to follow through. However, even after detox is complete, the work… Details
