As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, seasonal depression may creep in. Less natural light, fewer opportunities to spend time outside, and…
Co-occurring disorders, or the simultaneous existence of drug abuse and mental health issues, are common across the United States. The prevalence of co-occurring problems among…
What are co-occurring issues when it comes to mental health treatment? This term refers to other conditions that a client is also struggling with, apart…
The World Health Organization reports that suicide is the cause of nearly 1 million global deaths each year. However, about 135 family members, friends, and…
Situational depression differs from what many people associate with the word. It refers to depression related to specific stress brought on by one or a…
Living with one mental health illness or dealing with a substance use disorder is challenging on its own. However, when they happen together, they can…
Teen therapy services at the right adolescent treatment facility can be life-changing for someone who is struggling. The goal is to provide a safe place for adolescents…
Parents and caregivers can play an important role in teen trauma recovery. For example, they can offer reassurance and make teens feel safe. However, they…
At Foothills at Red Oak Recovery in North Carolina, we observe Mental Health Awareness Month in May to increase knowledge about co-occurring mental health and…
Self-harm is anything that someone does to hurt themselves purposely. Whether that includes cutting or other actions, many teens use these actions to deal with…
