Trauma is defined as the result of an event that is particularly jarring for someone, whether it's life-threatening or harmful physically or emotionally, and has lasting effects on their psychological health. Mental trauma has a broad definition, and as such, it's estimated that most people in the United States will ... Read More
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New Neurotherapy Techniques: Methods for Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a disease, but its treatment is quite different from other medical conditions. Unlike many health issues, there is no cure or addiction "fix" that heals all pain brought on by addiction. Addiction is a psychological issue; a disease of the brain. If the underlying root of addiction comes from brain ... Read More
When to Seek Help for Bipolar Disorder
Knowing when you need therapy for bipolar disorder may not be easy. A person with bipolar disorder is likely to experience instances of highs and lows; they may feel depressed about life one day, and a few days later, feel excited about the future. We all experience some of these symptoms to a degree, though. It’s ... Read More
Amphetamine Addiction Treatment & Detox
Like many drugs, amphetamines were originally manufactured as a treatment for serious medical conditions. Commonly prescribed for attention deficit disorder and narcolepsy, amphetamines are also misused to promote weight loss and prolonged wakefulness. These drugs stimulate the central nervous system, resulting in ... Read More
Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)
Borderline personality disorder is a type of mental health disorder. This condition causes a person to think and feel differently about themselves than what others may. This can make it hard for a person to function in daily life. Many times, borderline personality disorder will make it hard for you to control emotions ... Read More
Signs & Symptoms of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, sometimes called "manic depression" or "manic depressive disease," is a mental health condition marked by extreme, often long-lasting mood swings and episodes of extreme ups and downs. Due in part to the overuse of the word bipolar to describe when a person is just being moody, bipolar disorder is ... Read More
Amphetamine Addiction
Amphetamine abuse, addiction, and overdose are an increasing problem in the United States. While the opioid epidemic generates the most press, amphetamine overdose rates and deaths have been increasing. In 2017, the deaths from amphetamine overdose (more than 7,500) rose by 30 percent from the previous year. ... Read More
Understanding Amphetamines
Amphetamines are a group of drugs that stimulate the central nervous system. Some amphetamines are medically prescribed to treat various health conditions such as Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Other amphetamines are used recreationally. Regardless of their use, ... Read More