Clozapine: A Gold Standard Approach in Schizophrenia Treatment at Viewpoint – A Leading Residential Treatment Center for Schizoaffective Disorder

Schizoaffective disorder, a complex mental health condition that shares features of schizophrenia and mood disorders, presents unique challenges in treatment. Among various medications, Clozapine stands out, particularly for treatment-resistant cases often seen in residential treatment centers for schizoaffective disorder. However, Clozapine’s use comes with FDA-mandated guidelines, necessitating experienced mental health professionals, a standard at facilities…

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Benefits of Family Counseling for Addiction & Mental Health

When addiction takes hold, its effects impact not just the individual who’s dealing with addiction but also their family and friends. While loved ones and family members may genuinely care and want to offer support, addiction and its symptoms can often be misunderstood. However, everyone can learn, and family therapy can be a life-changing option…

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Does Clozapine Treat Schizoaffective Disorder?

For a person struggling with schizoaffective disorder, having the right access to treatment is critical to reclaiming health and building stability. Finding the right type of treatment for this mental health disorder is often complex because different solutions work for different people. For some, Clozapine may be a solution. Most people with this condition benefit…

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Addressing Functioning Depression

Some individuals who struggle with depression are able to function in their everyday lives for months or even years. Functional depression can be difficult to diagnose, especially when the coping mechanisms developed don’t appear to impact everyday functioning. At Viewpoint Dual Recovery Center, we find that many individuals struggling with depression turn to self-medication for…

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Support Groups After Psychiatric Care

Mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder are vastly complex. The problem with many sober living programs in Arizona is the lack of adequate mental healthcare. There is no simple way to know when symptoms will arise or how you will handle challenging situations.  Support groups are a good way to maintain…

Understanding Mood Disorders

Dual Diagnosis & Mood Disorders

Mood disorders are far more life inhibiting than temporary blueness. In fact, these types of mental health issues can impact every aspect of a person’s life, even increasing the chances of addiction. For recovery from these problems and their complications, dual diagnosis programs may be best for a treatment option that addresses addiction and disorders…