5 Things to Do on Your Mental Health Day
Is all the added stress taking a toll on your mental health? Then maybe it's time to step back and let your mind recharge. Here are 5 ways you can start reprioritizing your mental well-being.
Is It Sadness, or Is It Depression?
Sadness and depression are often thought to be the same. Here’s why this misconception is harmful and how you can distinguish depression from the blues.
What Are Common Signs of Mental Illness in Addiction?
Addressing mental health concerns is an important part of addiction treatment. Lisa Westerson, Assistant Clinical Director at Mountainside treatment center, shares common signs of mental illness and what you should do if you recognize these signs.
Women and Trauma: A Pathway to Addiction
It is estimated by the National Institute on Drug Abuse that as many as 80 percent of women who are currently seeking treatment for addiction have a history of trauma. This number is only based on women that are seeking treatment, and of those women, those who report it – the number could very easily be higher than 80 percent.