Nurture Yourself With NatureAnxiety Disorders, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020As a result of the first Earth Day, the Environmental Protection Agency was founded and the Clean Air, Clean Water and Endangered Species Acts were passed. Earth Day also raised a conversation about the importance of sustainability of our ecosystems and being good stewards of the planet. But as we seek the most effective ways…
Depression Treatment Beyond Drugs: 10 Things It Can’t Hurt to TryMood Disorders, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthJune 8, 2020Tell your doctor you’re depressed and it’s a sure bet you’ll walk out of the office with a prescription for an antidepressant. For some, such medication works miracles, making it possible to again live life to the fullest. Others aren’t so lucky, finding the drugs do little or nothing to help their low mood. Additionally,…
Do I Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment?Addiction, Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 30, 2020Substance use disorder is an extremely complex medical condition. While many people see just the physical evidence of alcohol and drug use and abuse, there are many other components that are involved. One of these components is a mental illness, which might lead you to ask: do I need dual diagnosis treatment? At Promises Behavioral…
Childhood Stress Contributes to DepressionAdolescent Issues, Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental Health, Mood DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 16, 2020When most people think about stress, they usually think of it in adult terms. Stress from work, relationships, and home may all come into play in the lives of adults. However, there is another side to this problem that many people may not take into consideration: the stress of children. Today, children undergo massive amounts…
Mental Health Awareness Month Virtual ActivitiesAddiction Recovery, Mental Health, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthMay 14, 2020May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month, a time where we bring mental health disorders to the forefront, work towards removing the stigmas surrounding them, and help those suffering find mental health wellness. While this year has already transformed our lives, it has also presented a unique opportunity to virtually connect to thousands of…
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,…
Is My Loved One Struggling With Depression?Depression, Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthApril 23, 2020There continues to be a heightened focus on mental health conditions and the role they play in one’s life. Depression, for example, is a major disorder that can disrupt a person’s life. You might wonder: is my loved one struggling with depression? Signs That Your Loved One Is Struggling With Depression It’s important to remember…
Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder RelationshipsMental Health, News and ResearchBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 22, 2020Do You Love Someone With BPD? It’s the “I hate you; don’t leave me” syndrome. Borderline personality disorder relationships are fraught with intensive highs and extreme lows. People with borderline personality disorder (BPD) are on a rollercoaster of unpredictable mood shifts, engulfing feelings of insecurity and self-destructive behaviors — and all too often, they take…
Scrupulosity: OCD MisunderstoodMental Health, News and Research, Personality DisordersBy Promises Behavioral HealthFebruary 20, 2020Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is nothing new, but a misunderstood form of OCD may very well be. For example, some of the millions of people suffering from OCD actually have scrupulosity, a form of OCD that exhibits an excessive concern with sin that goes well beyond the norm for the average individual’s religious beliefs. What…
How to Deal With Empty Nest SyndromeDepression, Mental HealthBy Promises Behavioral HealthJanuary 31, 2020Empty nest syndrome is a feeling of sadness or loss some parents experience when the last child leaves home. It doesn’t happen to all parents; in fact, some actually feel relieved or liberated when there are no more children at home. But for parents whose lives have revolved around their children, particularly if they are…
