Where to Give this Giving Tuesday UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneDecember 1, 2020 You know that good feeling you get when you give to others? Whether you give time, talent or money to help others, you can’t help but feel good. Recent studies show that generosity actually helps to improve your mental and physical health! In the year 2020, it seems we could all benefit from…
What Does Their Addiction Say About Me? UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneNovember 25, 2020Watching someone you love struggle with addiction, day in and day out, can be incredibly heartbreaking and discouraging. Even when they have been to drug and alcohol rehab, worrying about their potential for relapse is enough to keep you up at night. Besides feeling helpless, you may also feel angry, frustrated, disappointed, and sad, all…
COVID-19 Impact on Depression This Season Depression, Mental HealthBy Chrissy PetroneNovember 19, 2020COVID-19 has left us feeling exhausted and isolated, giving way to depression and anxiety breaking records this year. As the holidays approach and we hit the 10-month mark of living in a global pandemic, many feel the collective dread this season will bring. Whether you battle depression all year long or only during the winter…
Practicing Gratitude in Sobriety Addiction Recovery, RecoveryBy Chrissy PetroneNovember 13, 2020 The human brain has a natural tendency to focus on negativity. It’s so second nature to us that there’s even a name for it, negativity bias. It can affect everything from our anxiety levels to our relationships. Negative thought patterns are not helpful or hopeful for anyone. Still, for someone in recovery, it may…
When There’s Addiction In Your Family UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneNovember 12, 2020As dependence on alcohol and drugs is our most serious national public health problem, it’s likely that you know someone who has fallen into the trap of addiction or needed treatment. Whether this person is a friend, an uncle, a daughter or a parent, it is no easier watching this disease wreak havoc on their…
Promises Scholarship Winner UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneNovember 2, 2020Promises Behavioral Health is proud to announce Veronica R. as the winner of the Fall 2020 scholarship! The scholarship’s purpose is to help support students who want to advance their studies and achievements academically. Through this opportunity, Promises hopes to give others the chance to shine in the world of recovery and show that you…
COVID Anxiety in the Wake of Our Nation’s Collective Trauma UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 29, 2020In 2019 staying home due to fears that you might become contaminated with an illness, wearing gloves, sanitizing everything, wearing a mask, and rejecting a handshake would be cause for concern. However, in 2020 these practices have become a daily part of our lives. This pandemic has undoubtedly brought with it many challenges and…
Cultivating Calm: How to Heal from Anxiety with Alisha Phipps UncategorizedBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 22, 2020As we wrap up the last few weeks of October and begin to feel the chill of autumn in the air, we at Promises Behavioral Health want to bring Emotional Wellness Month into focus. Emotional wellness asks us to stop, assess and understand our emotions and those of our loved ones. Emotional wellness and…
Is Your Anxiety Getting Worse? Anxiety Disorders, Culture & Media, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 12, 2020You may find that you want to close yourself off from seeing friends or meeting new people due to anxiety. That you feel the need to say “no” to invitations or have an escape plan in order to make it through the day lately. The more you try to alleviate the feelings of worry or…
What is a Case Manager? Addiction Treatment, Drug Addiction, Mental Health, News and Research, Professionals Treatment & IssuesBy Chrissy PetroneOctober 12, 2020As we celebrate Case Manager’s Week and honor the work that case managers dedicate themselves to year-round, we want to stop and really understand: What is a case manager and what do they do? These ‘behind-the-scenes’ heroes play a large role in getting people the help they deserve before, during, and after treatment. Who…
