The Importance of National Suicide Prevention Month
One of the top ten causes of death in the United States is suicide, which takes 50,000 people a year. Throughout September, which is National Suicide Prevention Month, organizations, agencies, and individuals devoted to mental health are grateful to have a recognized platform to tackle the stigma surrounding help-seeking for mental health challenges. In the […]
The Differences Between Hyperfixation and Addiction
Have you ever become so immersed in something that hours and hours pass without you realizing it? Perhaps it was binge-watching an entire season of a TV show in one weekend. Maybe it was playing a video game from dusk till dawn and realizing it’s time to dress for work or putting music on a […]
How to Manage Post-Pandemic Anxiety
What just happened? That feeling of numbness or shock after a traumatic experience is entirely normal. Make no mistake, a year and a half grappling with a global pandemic that cost the lives of over 600,000 in our country alone counts as a traumatic experience. During this pandemic, anxiety levels in the US quadrupled. Thankfully, […]
How Different Types of Trauma Impact Addiction
We have long recognized the role of trauma in addiction. Though trauma is complex, affects people in numerous ways, and can be difficult to diagnose, it is a very common underlying or co-occurring symptom of addiction. Trauma therapy programs are important as part of any addiction treatment. At TruHealing Centers, our trauma therapy program is […]
The Definition of Neurodiversity
The concept of neurodiversity emphasizes brain differences over brain deficiencies. Because brains do not always work the same way does not mean they are “broken” or “wrong.” For example, people with ADHD may struggle to manage time and stay focused, but they often have high levels of creativity and great passion for new ideas. When […]
How an Anxiety Disorder Can Impact Addiction
Most people understand what anxiety is. Everyone experiences situational anxiety, for example, when anticipating something unpleasant like a major test or surgery. But an anxiety disorder is a mental health diagnosis that affects approximately 40 million adults in the US. An anxiety disorder treatment program, where medication and therapy can help manage someone’s symptoms, is […]
How to Celebrate National Men’s Health Week
Men’s Health Week is celebrated each year on the week leading up to and including Father’s Day. In 2021, the seven-day event happens from June 14 to June 20. In fact, June is also recognized as Men’s Health Month. If you miss Men’s Health Week, you can still shine a spotlight on men’s health issues […]
The Importance of PTSD Awareness Month
June is National PTSD Awareness Month. The last Sunday of the month – June 27, 2021 – is also PTSD Awareness Day. At this time, it’s important to reduce the stigma when it comes to talking about PTSD and to raise public awareness of the disorder. At TruHealing Centers, our residential mental health treatment program […]
3 Ways to Embrace Men’s Health Month
The arrival of June means it is Men’s Health Month. Every year, thirty days of the calendar are set aside to raise awareness about health care for men, and every year this goal becomes more important than ever. Concerned family members are encouraged to use this month to focus on encouraging boys, young males, and […]
Is There a Connection Between Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol Abuse?
There is clear evidence of a connection between bipolar disorder and alcohol abuse disorder, although researchers are unsure why. Unfortunately, it is common for those struggling with a mental health disorder to abuse drugs or alcohol. That is why it is important for you to look for help at a dual diagnosis treatment center like […]