Mental Health

Mental health and addiction often go hand in hand. Understanding how and why is critical to safeguarding your recovery. In this article, Mountainside clinician Meg Currie shares mental health tips to help you avoid relapse.

In the battle against COVID-19, health care workers don't just risk their physical health but also their mental well-being.

You hear the same message over and over again: do better, work harder, keep improving, never stop. Whether it’s burning the midnight oil at the office, maintaining a spotless home, making sure you get to every single one of your kids’ soccer games, or creating an image of the perfect life on social media, we […]

Long hours, lack of sleep, continuous exposure to stress and trauma, and on-the-job injuries can have a tremendous impact on the mental health of first responders. Learn how to recognize the signs and how you can help.

Feeling overwhelmed, tired, and tense? Find out how you can say goodbye to stress and hello to relaxation — based on your personality.

This World Mental Health Day, learn how you can help prevent suicide.

Individuals struggling with alcoholism and drug addiction are more likely to attempt suicide than those without substance use disorders. Learn how to recognize suicide warning signs and what you can do to help someone in need.

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.

Talking to your friends and family about your mental health isn't always easy. Here are some tips to help you have this important conversation and get the support you need.

Like addiction, depression is a disease that can disrupt a person’s quality of life. Learn what you should and shouldn’t do to help a loved one cope with it.

Learn how to recognize mental health issues and what you can do to get help in order to prevent suicide and lead a well-intentioned life.

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.