Why Anti-Depressants Don’t Work for Some Depression, 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…
Addiction and Immunity Addiction, 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…
Exercise and Depression Addiction, 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…
Parents who Accommodate OCD Behaviors May Worsen the Condition Dual 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…
Addiction Recovery in Rural America Addiction, 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…
Children of Anxious Parents More Likely to Develop Anxiety Anxiety 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…
Gender Plays a Role in Perception of Depression Depression, 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…
Methods and Tips to Reduce Cravings for Drugs and Alcohol Addiction, Addiction Recovery, Recovery, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 1, 2020Recovery from alcohol and drug abuse or addiction is a long and often difficult process. One of the hardest things to overcome is the almost unbearable craving you have to take a drink, use a drug, just to get over or get back to feeling good again. Cravings are incredibly hard to resist and are…
How to Stop Drug Abuse Addiction, Drug Addiction, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 30, 2020Are you or someone you love addicted to drugs or alcohol? If so, you may be wondering how to stop drug abuse. Think you can stop on your own? You may need a reality check. Once you become addicted, your brain gets used to drugs and alcohol and changes its functioning. At Promises Behavioral Health,…
Can Mindfulness Meditation Work for Addiction? Addiction, Addiction TreatmentBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 29, 2020Mindfulness means staying in the present moment. It allows those with a substance abuse disorder to work through their difficult moments in a healthy way. How can mindfulness meditation work for addiction? When you practice mindfulness, you learn to push aside negative thoughts and emotions. This helps those addicted to alcohol and drugs respond to…
