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…
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…
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, can have a serious impact on a person’s life. People with PTSD may have experienced indescribable atrocities and only feel relief when they use drugs or alcohol. Finding the right combination of medications can truly give people their lives back. PTSD often leads to people feeling like they’re disconnected from…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) has the tendency to get worse during times of stress. This tendency can make missing the early signs dangerous because symptoms get worse as people age. Not getting treatment for PTSD can lead you down a dangerous road that can end up in substance abuse and even suicide. With anxiety and…
Anxiety is one of the most confusing emotions to have. In many cases, it is a widespread and natural feeling. You’re worried about that big meeting. You are anxious about tackling a project. In other cases, it becomes all-consuming. You think and worry about something so much, so it interferes with your health and wellbeing.…
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…
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…