Men’s Mental Health – There’s a Silent Killer Among Us Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthOctober 4, 2019Stigma is Killing Men “Man Up”, “Why don’t you put your big boy pants on?”, “Don’t be such a pansy”, “Boys don’t cry”, “It’s just a scratch, rub some dirt on it”, “Stop acting like such a girl”… How many have you heard? Because we’ve heard them all. One of the hardest things for men…
What is Clinical Depression? Depression, Mental Health, Trauma & PTSDBy Promises Behavioral HealthSeptember 9, 2019Depression is not a one-size-fits-all diagnosis. Instead, many levels exist in clinical depression. These range from mild to severe with a wide range of symptoms and life effects. So, what is clinical depression overall and how does it relate to substance abuse or addiction? The explanation of clinical depression, particularly how it relates to drug…
Types of Mental Illness Mental Health, Personality Disorders, Trauma & PTSDBy Promises Behavioral HealthSeptember 8, 2019With so many possible types of mental illness, knowing when you or someone you love suffer one of these conditions is difficult. You need a doctor’s help in determining your mental health status, particularly if you also suffer a dual diagnosis of addiction. Whether you suffer one of the many types of mental illness or…
The Connection Between PTSD and Substance Abuse Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Substance AbuseBy Promises Behavioral HealthSeptember 5, 2019PTSD and substance abuse go hand-in-hand for up to two-thirds of people with this stress disorder. In fact, people with PTSD suffer up to four times higher likelihood of addiction than their peers without mental health problems, according to the Journal of Clinical Psychology. So what is PTSD and how does it affect addiction and…
Understanding Bulimia Vs Anorexia Eating Disorders, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthAugust 29, 2019Eating disorders aren’t about food. Rather, they have everything to do with a distorted body image. Two conditions stand out. When struggling with bulimia vs anorexia, where do you find help? Bulimia vs Anorexia: Differences and Similarities Eating disorders are a form of mental illness. They affect a sizeable segment of the population. Even so,…
Why Would You Choose a “Dual Diagnosis” Addiction Treatment Center? Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthAugust 21, 2019Did you know that addiction can have surprising underlying causes? According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, as many as 40% of people struggling with addiction ALSO have a mental health disorder (and that only includes those who have been diagnosed, and been done so properly). A combination of a mental disorder…
Are There Benefits of Therapy Away from Home? Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthAugust 5, 2019Drug and alcohol addiction often involves complications, including worsening mental health. Without effective treatment, continued substance abuse can lead to lifelong, negative consequences. If you’re anxious about treatment because you’re surrounded by triggers, therapy away from home may be a better option for you. Some people find a number of benefits in getting a fresh…
Am I Bipolar? Mental Health, Mood Disorders, Personality DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthAugust 3, 2019Am I bipolar? This is a question that many people may ask about themselves, and the answer may not always be immediately apparent. Anyone asking, “Do I have a bipolar disorder?” should read on to learn more about the symptoms of bipolar disorder and how it can be addressed safely. It’s important to know so…
WE PROMISE – Treatment Based in Values Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthJuly 15, 2019You wake up and it’s hard to get out of bed in the morning. You aren’t looking forward to anything in the day, and it’s weighing on you. You remember that it wasn’t always this way, but you can’t remember when it was easier. It was definitely a long time ago. Living with a mental…
Best To-Do Lists Ever Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 24, 2019If you’re tired of always losing those endless scraps of paper you used to scribble daily to-do lists, if you’re eager to find some other way to keep track of things you want or need to do, and if you’re willing to set aside preconceived notions, maybe you’ll find something useful in this snapshot of…
