Substance use disorder, sometimes erroneously referred to as substance abuse disorder, is among the most serious of mental health disorders. According to the American Psychiatric Association in their Diagnostic and Statistical Manual Of Mental Disorders, this complex disease is defined by intense urges to engage in alcohol or illicit drug use despite the fact that […]
Mental Health Benefits Of Spending Time In The Natural World Since the beginning of time, the healing powers of natural environments have long been believed to have a positive effect on human health. But a growing body of research suggests that this intuitive idea has its basis in scientific fact. As science advances, the mental […]
What Kind Of Addiction Treatment Do I Need In Delray Beach, FL? If you are entering addiction recovery in acute withdrawal due to chemical dependency, you may need to begin your treatment plan with medically monitored detox services. Depending on which specific drugs were involved in your substance abuse, medical detox may involve outpatient detoxification […]
A full 74 percent of pet owners feel that their mental health has been improved by their relationship with their animal pal. While pet ownership is not for everyone, it is worth taking a look at the ways connecting with and caring for an animal can have a positive impact on human mental health. 1. […]
One of the many forms of therapy offered at Delray Beach IOP is expressive arts therapy. Art therapy is defined by the American Art Therapy association as “an integrative mental health and human services profession that enriches the lives of individuals, families, and communities through active art-making, creative process, applied psychological theory, and human experience […]
One of the most well studied and frequently applied methods of treating addiction is that of cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, which is one of the foundations of the therapeutic program we offer here at Delray Beach IOP. Along with addiction, cognitive behavioral therapy is also used to treat depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, attention […]
When a friend or family member is addicted to drugs, you may feel the strong urge to talk to them about it. It’s incredibly important to be sure that you’re going about it as positively and compassionately as possible, all while respecting yourself. Learn About Addiction Starting a conversation begins with educating yourself about addiction. […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder or PTSD can occur after a person has experienced some form of major trauma. This disorder is commonly linked to alcohol addiction and can affect men and women, as well as active or veteran military members. Read on for more about how PTSD and alcohol abuse are related. What Is PTSD? PTSD […]
Did you know that many people who are struggling with mental health conditions do not even realize that they are sick? As opposed to symptoms of a physical illness like a cold, the symptoms of a mental illness may be vague or diffuse enough not to alert someone who is suffering that there is even […]
Understanding the Misconceptions About Addiction Peeling Back the Layers: Common Addiction Myths Addiction, a complex and multifaceted issue, is often shrouded in misconceptions and false beliefs. These addiction myths can hinder individuals from seeking the help they need, perpetuating stigma and misunderstanding. Whether it’s the belief that addiction is merely a matter of willpower or […]
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