Virtual Treatment for Depression: Is it Effective?
With the growing prevalence of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) in modern society, the healthcare landscape has been rapidly evolving to meet the increasing demand for accessible treatment. Mental health professionals have increasingly adopted virtual care, also known as teletherapy or online therapy, as a powerful tool to address this widespread condition. But can virtual treatment […]
Difference Between a Psych Hospital and Inpatient Treatment
Mental health is a crucial component of overall well-being, yet many people are unsure where to turn when facing a crisis. One of the most common questions that arises during a mental health emergency is: What’s the difference between a psych hospital and inpatient treatment? While both options provide intensive support, they serve different purposes […]
How to Stop a Panic Attack
Anxiety has become one of the most common mental health challenges in the modern world, affecting millions of people across all age groups and walks of life. At the same time, mild anxiety can feel like nervousness before a big event; more severe forms of anxiety can manifest as full-blown panic attacks, which can be […]
What Are the Anti-Craving Medicines Used in MAT?
Studies show that individuals with an opioid use disorder (OUD) who attempt total abstinence following detox are significantly more likely to relapse than individuals with other addictions. Relapse is a normal part of the recovery process. However, relapsing on opioids carries a higher risk for fatal overdoses. Because of the power of opioids, individuals with […]
What to Expect from Outpatient Addiction Treatment
Millions of people suffer from substance use disorders (SUD). Treatment for substance use disorders generally falls into inpatient or outpatient care. Inpatient rehab is intensive, 24-hour supervised treatment in a residential setting. Outpatient rehab is a part-time treatment option that enables individuals to receive substance abuse treatment while maintaining regular daily routines. Not everyone struggling […]
Outpatient Addiction Treatment Timeline
Detox is the first step toward recovery from drug or alcohol abuse and addiction. Choosing the best detox program depends upon your unique needs and the severity of your substance use disorder. Withdrawal symptoms are different for everyone and are determined by the type of substance, length of use, and amount in your system upon […]
What is a Holistic Drug Treatment Program?
People talk about holistic health like everyone should understand what it means without ever explaining it. Holistic medicine focuses on treating the whole person, not just the individual disease. A holistic practitioner will not just focus on the person’s unique disorder or illness but on improving the individual’s overall well-being. This is incredibly important, and […]
Who Can Benefit From Holistic Drug Rehab?
In recent decades, the landscape of addiction treatment has changed. The old viewpoint that addiction and mental health were unrelated illnesses and, therefore, must be addressed independently has evolved into a clearer understanding of the complexities of addiction as a disease of the mind. Additionally, the diversity of the treatment environment continues to grow. Many […]
What are the Signs of Heroin Use?
The potential dangers of heroin addiction are well known. However, thousands of people try heroin for the first time every year. For some, initial heroin use results from experimentation, and for others, initial heroin use evolves out of a struggle with prescription opioids. Some data indicates that as many as 6% of those who abuse […]
Can You Get Addicted to Adderall?
Many people are familiar with Adderall and its benefits when used to help alleviate the symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Adderall has also shown positive effects in helping people manage symptoms of narcolepsy. Available by prescription only, Adderall is a combination drug containing amphetamine and dextroamphetamine. Adderall is classified as a stimulant and is […]