The skeletal muscle relaxant cyclobenzaprine is available under the name Flexeril. It's used to treat short-term pain and discomfort arising from muscle injuries, such as sprains, strains, and spasms. When used alongside physical therapy and rest, Flexeril is very effective. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) ... Read More
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Three Overlooked Stigmas Associated with PTSD
Updated August 2023, Post-traumatic stress disorder is among the most misunderstood mental health disorders. The condition, which may arise after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event, is diagnosed in about four percent of adults every year. Unfortunately, misconceptions and stigmas associated with PTSD ... Read More
Can a Mental Illness Be Cured? Discover How Long It Takes to Recover
What does recovery from mental illness look like? That's a question that almost anyone affected by a mental health disorder wants an answer to. A truly satisfying answer can be complicated. It's important to understand how mental illnesses can manifest, how they are treated, and the differences in their reoccurrences. ... Read More
How to Heal from a ‘Father Wound’ and Family Trauma
A father wound, or unresolved trauma between a father and child, occurs when a person's father is abusive or physically or emotionally absent. This type of trauma can have a significant impact on an individual's life, setting a blueprint for their personal relationships and shaping how they feel about ... Read More
4 Reasons Men Neglect Self-Care and Mental Health
Mental health treatment and care have come a long way in recent decades. For instance, there are now many medications that have been developed to effectively treat conditions like depression and anxiety, with very few if any side effects. On the other hand, in some ways, there is still a lot of work to be done to ... Read More
How Weed Can Cause Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Ongoing research investigating the health benefits of marijuana indicates that cannabis may help reduce symptoms of neurological or autoimmune conditions. In addition, chemotherapy patients suffering from nausea and vomiting often use medicinal cannabis for its anti-emetic properties. However, evidence also suggests ... Read More
5 Mental Health Relapse Triggers Everyone Should Know About
Updated May 16, 2023 Early Signs of Relapse As with many diseases, it is possible to suffer a mental health relapse, even when medications are used routinely and counseling is provided. If you have a mental health disorder, it’s essential to know what the early warning signs of a mental health relapse are so you can ... Read More
How Louis Armstrong Got Entangled with Weed, Laxatives and the Mob
Louis Armstrong is widely considered one of the greatest musicians of the 20th century. When he was 11 and living in New Orleans, Armstrong was arrested for firing a gun during a New Year's Eve celebration and was sent to the Colored Waif's Home for Boys, where he learned to play the clarinet and, as Armstrong later ... Read More