Is my loved one struggling with depression? This is perhaps one of the most important questions to ask if you have a family member who is facing intense changes. It’s hard to know if a person is facing just a few sad and down days or if there is a true mental illness present. While […]
Anxiety and insomnia are common problems for people in treatment for substance use disorders. In many cases, these issues were present prior to substance abuse, were masked during the addiction, and have now resurfaced in sobriety. Knowing how managing anxiety and insomnia in addiction recovery will happen can put clients at ease. At The Ranch
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Many people likely believe that alcohol offers an improved sense of mood when they feel depressed. Have you heard someone say that alcohol improves their mood? Perhaps you have stated that alcohol helps you feel better after a bad day, or after an event such as a relationship breakup, or after losing your job. The
Depression is a serious mental illness (SMI) that commonly occurs alongside substance use disorder (SUD) or addiction. A substance use disorder involves dependence on alcohol, prescription drugs, or illegal drugs such as heroin or cocaine. Individuals battling a depressive disorder feel hopeless and may exhibit other signs of depression. Fortunately, a dual diagnosis treatment center
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Substance abuse is a complex problem, and there can be many factors that lead a person to become dependent on drugs and alcohol. In fact, researchers have long found a connection between depression and alcoholism. This connection makes it even more difficult to overcome addiction on one’s own. Read on to learn more about the
