A Beautiful Mind. Take Shelter. Ironweed. Hallucinations are frequently presented in the media as a convenient plot device, but the reality of hallucinations is often quite different. As such, hallucinations are largely misunderstood by the general public, including people who have experienced them. For those who ... Read More
Rehab Explained
Seeking treatment for mental health or substance abuse can be confusing. What is the treatment like? Why are there groups? What methods are used to treat my condition? These are all common concerns for patients seeking rehabilitation and we want to answer them in this section. Our articles are informed by our licensed mental health and substance abuse facility and help you understand how a rehab facility operates and treats the patient.
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How Does Exposure Therapy Work for PTSD?
When we hear the words "exposure therapy," some extreme images might come to mind, such as people's eyes being held open as they are forced to watch unsettling imagery or being compelled to sit in a room with something they fear. The reality of exposure therapy is quite different and, as a result, significantly less ... Read More
Afraid of Antidepressants’ Side Effects? What to Know
For many people with anxiety or depression, a common barrier to treatment can be resistance to medication. They may make statements such as, "I don't want to take antidepressants," or "I don't want to take medication." Sometimes they may have tried an antidepressant medication before, and it did not work or caused ... Read More
When to Change Therapists
Making the decision to switch to a new therapist can be nerve-wracking. An individual may feel like they've shared all of their secrets and struggles with their mental health provider, and it can feel awkward to end that relationship. Recognizing when it's time to make a change, and more importantly, knowing how to do ... Read More
The Hospitality Industry’s Guide to Mental Health and Addiction Help
The hospitality industry in the United States is a major sector of the ecoonomy, employing around 17 million adults in 2019. It encompasses many different job functions in businesses from hotels to eateries, but restaurant workers play a key role in the hospitality space. From running drinks to waiting tables, servers, ... Read More
Help for When a Nurse Experiences Psychological Trauma
The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) publishes a list of the most stressful jobs annually based on several factors, including "consequence of errors" and "time pressure." While everyone understands that positions in law enforcement will always be the #1 most stressful job in the U.S., it may surprise many ... Read More
What’s the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness?
Homelessness and addiction have several misconceptions in common. For example, many think people become addicted to substances or become homeless as the result of the "bad choices" they made in life. They may think so-called "homeless drug addicts" are the way they are because of a moral defect or personality ... Read More
How Did AA Begin? A Quick History
In almost every city in America, there's probably an AA meeting happening right now. It's one of the most well-known and historically successful recovery programs in the United States and beyond because of its focus on group accountability, support and following a concrete process. But, like many things we take for ... Read More
