American Addiction Centers Blog
Effective Techniques for Managing Social Anxiety
April 14, 2025
Living with an anxiety disorder can be incredibly disruptive and negatively impact your quality of life. Social anxiety is a type of anxiety disorder where an individual will feel anxiety or an intense fear about situations that could involve feeling scrutinized, judged, evaluated, or where they might meet new people. This fear can be so […]
Clocktail Hours: The average adult spent 172 hours drunk during lockdown, finds study. Being stuck at home for a solid few months means many Americans have had to get creative when it comes to ways to pass the time during lockdown. For a significant number of people, video calling technology has been both a means […]
The words “freedom” and “rights” seem to be carelessly tossed around like miscellaneous papers haphazardly caught in the wind. However, what the United States of America was founded upon is anything but haphazard. It was intentional and precise. The forefathers of this nation knew that the only way to truly be free was to declare […]
For those who know a loved one who struggles with addiction, it can be a painful experience. You may wonder why your loved one doesn’t just quit, why they allow alcohol or drugs to hurt them and others. Sadly, addiction is a brain disease that can affect how a person acts. In the throes of […]
1 in 5 Americans recently unemployed are turning to alcohol, reveals study. 40% of employees have noticed the mental health of their co-workers suffer since the start of lockdown. 2 in 3 workers believe believe employers should have official systems in place to help staff deal with mental health struggles. Infographic included. The economic aftermath […]
When holidays roll around, uncomfortable emotions related to substance misuse often come to the forefront. Whether it’s you or another family member that is suffering from a substance use disorder, celebratory events such as Thanksgiving, Father’s Day, Hanukkah, Christmas, and more can bring up the pain, frustration, anger, shame, etc., that often accompany substance misuse […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic mental health disorder that can cause immense distress for someone that has experienced trauma. Symptoms can vary and can range from mild to severe, even possibly debilitating.1 Certain groups, such as Veterans, are more likely to suffer from PTSD, though the condition can affect anybody who experienced a […]
June 6th marks the anniversary of D-Day, one of the most important military operations of the 20th Century. The fighting saw heavy casualties, with many soldiers going on to live with physical, behavioral, and emotional wounds. Battle wounds are an unfortunate way of military life, and scar Veterans even today. Veterans struggling with physical and […]
Founded in 1949 by Mental Health America, Mental Health Awareness Month has come a long way. While society has become more comfortable talking about mental health, individuals still need guidance when it comes to taking care of their own well-being. Mental Health Disorders The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition (DSM-5), […]
Modern smartphones and apps have revolutionized how we communicate, and how we engage with sobriety and recovery. Just a decade ago things were very different for those in recovery. Days spent in sobriety would need to be counted with pen and paper, or a good memory. AA and 12-Step meetings would need to be done […]
For those in early recovery, eating at restaurants while sober can be challenging. While the actual eating part should be easy, you may be faced with old temptations, especially if the restaurant serves alcohol. Eating out with friends and family who drink can also place social pressures on you to break sobriety and drink. And […]
Lockdown Jitters: 1 in 3 Americans would consider prescription anxiety/depression medication if lockdowns are extended. Alabamians are least likely to consider prescription anxiety/depression medication during lockdown, while Wyomingites are most likely. Expert advice on how to manage your mental health during lockdown. A survey of 3,193 Americans in quarantine by American Addiction Centers, a leading provider of […]
Parents have some major responsibilities, including raising their children to be healthy, productive, positive contributors to society. Mothers, in particular, tend to take on the nurturing role when it comes to helping their children develop these characteristics. Most mothers do what they can to protect their children from any harm. Unfortunately, addiction isn’t necessarily something […]
