Mental health issues are a widespread problem in the United States. More than 50 million American adults live with a mental illness, roughly one in five people. Half of the population will experience a mental health condition within their lifetime. Recovering from a mental health condition is a journey that is different from person to…
There is a complex relationship between substance use disorders and mental health issues. When a person experiences both simultaneously, it is called a dual diagnosis. Most of the time, people struggling with a dual diagnosis only receive treatment for their substance use disorder. Women are also disproportionately more likely to develop a dual diagnosis but…
People go through all sorts of experiences in life, intense joy and triumph paired with pain and disappointment. Their reaction to these experiences will depend on the mental tools they have equipped. However, these tools aren’t always well-developed or maintained, and people from all walks of life can struggle with mental health disorders. It’s not…
Your mental health is one of the most significant factors in your overall well-being and happiness. However, one in five Americans struggles with mental health disorders each year, with almost half of the population experiencing a mental health issue in their lifetime. Only a small portion of these people will seek care at a residential…
May is Women’s Health Month, including National Women’s Health Week from May 8 – 14, 2022. This celebration of women’s health starts on Mother’s Day and aims to encourage women and girls to make their health a priority. Women’s Health Month is important because many caregivers are women. This calling to provide care and support…
Anxiety is an expected part of modern life. Uncertainty and doubt can cause us to worry or experience stress. However, anxiety disorders affect millions of Americans. These disorders can cause problems in a person’s personal, family, and professional life. One in five American adults has an anxiety disorder, and it is twice as likely for…
May is Women’s Health Month. Women face various obstacles that keep them from being as healthy as possible and benefit from a national campaign to focus on their health. Striving for health can mean different things for different women. For some, it might mean a commitment to healthier food and exercise choices. For others, it…