Depression is a serious type of mental health disorder. Those who have it are not able to “snap out of it” or to just “be happy.” They are facing challenges they cannot control. They need help. How do you get a loved one with depression into treatment, though? It can be a difficult process because…
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…
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…
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.…
Entering drug and alcohol treatment is a profound way to change your life. It allows your body to heal and your mental health to stabilize. You’ll feel empowered and ready to get back to a better quality of life once you work through treatment. Yet, to do well long term, you need a support system…
Dual diagnosis in drug rehab occurs when a person who uses drugs or alcohol also has a mental health disorder. The 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that 9.2 million adults in the U.S. suffered from both mental illness and drug abuse. It may be common, but it is also one of the…
Substance use disorder can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, mental illness is the cause of addiction. Other times, addiction can lead to the development of mental health disorders. In all cases of addiction and mental illness, both conditions need proper treatment in order for a person to recovery. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, our team…
Life can seem challenging and overwhelming many times. Sometimes, all you can do is to try to find a way to block out the pain and frustration for a short amount of time. You may even use drugs or alcohol to help you do that. Yet, you may want to change and to learn how…
Trauma comes in all different forms. It impacts people from all walks of life. When it happens, no matter the circumstances, it changes the way we think, how we see the world, and function within it. Addiction-related trauma occurs when a person suffers some type of trauma brought on by addiction. When this happens, it…
Some people believe depression is pronounced. You may think a depressed person is always crying, sad, and unable to get out of bed. Sometimes, that’s true. Other times, there are subtle signs of depression harder to notice, but that can be an early warning for help. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we aim to help…