In the United States, nearly 15 million adults show signs of an alcohol use disorder — around 4.5% of the population. Alcohol use disorders can manifest at any stage during life, from drinking heavily as a college student to enjoying a bottle of wine every night to mask the stress of the day. In many cases, the ... Read More
Break Negative Thought Patterns with These Tips
Susan applied for a job at a local shopping center. She knows she has the qualifications necessary, but she's concerned the interviewer will want to know about the gap in her resume. She starts to think about how maybe she shouldn't have applied and that she shouldn't go to the interview. She starts to worry that ... Read More
Substance Abuse or Mental Illness? 4 Tips for Avoiding Misdiagnosis
Because the symptoms of substance abuse and mental illness often closely mirror one another, it can be difficult to get an accurate diagnosis and an effective treatment plan. Getting professional help from an experienced mental health expert is vital for those living with mental illness, substance abuse, or both. These ... Read More
5 Tips for Living with Someone with Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a debilitating mental disorder that typically first hits adults in their 20s and early 30s. When someone is diagnosed with schizophrenia, they must remain on antipsychotic medications for the rest of their lives to control symptoms. One of the reasons why schizophrenia does not "go away" is the fact ... Read More
How to Talk to an Addict on the Fence About Treatment
This article featured Donny Martinelli, our former Director of Admissions. Meet Zack Traynor, our new Director of Admissions here! A person addicted to drugs or alcohol is often the first to recognize they need treatment. This clarity can be a turning point, but it’s often fleeting. The nature of addiction is such ... Read More
Staging an Intervention for a Colleague
When addiction and/or mental health issues creep into the workplace and affect other employees, an intervention may be necessary. Maybe it’s for the bipolar coworker whose dramatic mood shifts make the smallest interactions seem like a “Floor Is Lava” obstacle course. Or, maybe it’s for the alcoholic coworker who, like ... Read More
Juggling Parenting and Work with Mental Health Needs
Parenting is a hard job. Raising a child is 24/7; there are no breaks or vacations from being a parent, and there's no way to clock out when the going gets tough. Being a parent is amazingly rewarding and one of the most defining experiences in life, but that doesn't mean it leads to a lifetime of bliss. The road is ... Read More
Does David Beckham Really Have OCD?
Based on some of his and his wife's comments in the press, there's been an ongoing conversation for years about David Beckham and OCD. Widely regarded as one of the best and most accomplished English footballers (soccer players) to ever live, David Beckham has a lived a life in the spotlight. He's won some of ... Read More