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The recent transfer of power in Washington has brought a great deal of uncertainty for many across the U.S., but particularly for Veterans and their families. While the new administration has pledged to improve healthcare for our nation’s heroes, the slate of executive orders and budget cuts has resulted in many questions about what the […]

There’s no two ways about it: We are living in unprecedented times. From extreme and catastrophic weather events to shifting political and economic landscapes, everyday life can feel unsafe, chaotic, and challenging.  With so much uncertainty, it can be difficult to decipher what’s a “normal” reaction to circumstances and what are warning signs that your […]

With the rise of climate change and growing number of catastrophic natural disasters, more and more people are being impacted by traumatic weather events. Some people may turn to drugs or alcohol in order to cope. Learn about natural disasters and substance use, mental health challenges that can contribute to post-disaster substance use, interventions for […]

Anxiety disorders are mental health conditions in which people experience prolonged anxiety that interferes with their ability to function in daily life.1 Normative levels of worry or anxiety are a part of life as people encounter stressful situations, but are not usually crippling or constant. Unlike anxiety disorders, substance-induced anxiety is a phenomenon that can […]

Substance use disorders (SUDs) often go hand in hand with mental health disorders—such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), etc. There’s even a term for the simultaneous existence of these two conditions: co-occurring disorder.1 However, some people fail to realize that eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa, binge eating, etc. are mental health issues. […]

Effective or co-occurring disorder treatment takes an integrated approach, addressing substance use and mental health disorders simultaneously. This means recognizing that these conditions often intertwine and influence each other, requiring a comprehensive treatment plan that considers the whole person, not just their individual diagnoses. By addressing both mental health and substance use concerns in a […]

Many individuals in the United States struggle with depression and anxiety. As a result, many of those who have  been appropriately diagnosed by a licensed therapist, or some other licensed medical professional, have been prescribed antidepressants in an effort to curtail the symptoms. And with October being Antidepressant Death Awareness Month, this is a great […]

Myriad factors can lead people to use and ultimately misuse substances. However, childhood trauma appears to be a key factor related to substance use disorders. Childhood trauma can stem from any number of things, but some causes include neglect along with physical, sexual, and emotional abuse. These traumatic experiences can make the individual more susceptible […]

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 […]