Your loved one with anxiety worries you. They always seem to be upset, and nothing can ease their worries. Even though you know everything is okay, they seem to think it is not. It’s hard to live a life like this. You’re worried about what the future may hold. In these situations, anxiety may be…
Addiction is an all-consuming disease. When a loved one with addiction is struggling through it, it’s natural to feel the need to want to do something to help. What can you do? Your most important first step is to realize your loved one needs professional help. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we offer the resources…
Polysubstance abuse describes the habit of using more than one drug at the same time. Many people do this to enhance or otherwise change the way a drug impacts them. This choice is dangerous. Doing it just one time can cause severe complications and sudden death. Even if you do it all of the time,…
You’ve heard people say they had a panic attack. Other people say they have anxiety attacks. What’s the difference in panic attack vs. anxiety attack? Which one is impacting you? Understanding what’s happening with your mental health is essential. The best course of treatment is to reach out to our team at Viewpoint Dual Recovery…
Alcohol is a confusing type of drug. Some people can drink without developing an addiction. It can seem normal to drink alcohol and socially acceptable. Even in situations where you may not drink a lot, you may worry about developing an addiction. “Am I an alcoholic? How do I know if I have a problem?”…
You use drugs or alcohol. It’s getting harder and harder to manage what’s happening. You may be wondering what’s next. “Do I need addiction treatment? Can I just do this myself?” Often, addiction treatment is the best path forward. In many cases, the sooner you act, the more likely you are to gain control faster.…
You have worked so hard to get through drug and alcohol treatment. It is an incredible accomplishment and one you should be proud of achieving. While you are in that place, though, it’s also essential to focus on the future. For many people, relapse prevention is a critical component of the long-term success you’ll have.…
Do you find yourself thinking about drugs and alcohol frequently? Do you feel like life’s stress is becoming hard to manage again? When you begin to think about using drugs or alcohol, it’s time to find help. While these tips for relapse prevention may help you, the most critical step you can take is to…
How do personality and alcohol dependence mix? The development of alcohol use disorder can happen to anyone, with any type of personality and in all demographic areas. Some people may have a personality that makes them more likely to use drugs or alcohol. It’s important to note that there’s no specific alcoholic personality – a…
When it comes to women and alcoholism, it’s not uncommon for women of all ages and backgrounds to struggle with this type of substance abuse. About 15.1 million women in the U.S. struggle with alcohol use disorder, according to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. There are increased risks to alcohol use to…