Mental health struggles rarely announce themselves. More often they show up as smaller, easy-to-explain-away changes: not being able to focus the way you used to, losing interest in things that used to matter, sleeping too much or too little, feeling worn down for no clear reason. Any one of these can have an ordinary cause. […]
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Jun
Jun
Methamphetamine, commonly known as meth, is a highly addictive and dangerous drug that has numerous health consequences. Meth users often experience a variety of psychological and physical side effects, and the most serious of these is meth-induced psychosis. Meth-induced psychosis is a condition characterized by episodes of psychosis and paranoia caused by the use of […]
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Jun
Jun
LSD doesn’t carry the overdose risk of opioids or the physical withdrawal of alcohol, which is part of why people often assume it leaves no lasting trace. That assumption is incomplete. While LSD is not considered chemically addictive in the way many other substances are, repeated use, or sometimes even a single intense experience, can […]
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Jun
Jun
Quick answer: It can, in a small number of people. Like all seizure medicines, gabapentin carries an FDA warning about suicidal thoughts and behavior, which in clinical trials affected about 1 extra person in every 500 treated, and patients are told to watch for new or worsening depression. Call your prescriber about any new or […]
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Jun
Jun
Adderall is a stimulant. Anxiety, at its core, is the body in a stimulated state. That overlap is exactly why so many people who take Adderall, whether prescribed for ADHD or used without a prescription, end up wondering whether the medication is causing their racing heart, tight chest, or persistent edge. The short answer is […]
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Jun
Jun
Emotions are a natural part of the human experience. They help us navigate our world, make decisions, and connect with others. However, there are times when our emotions can become overwhelming, leading to stress, anxiety, or other negative effects on our lives. In such situations, it’s essential to learn how to control these powerful feelings, […]
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Nov
Nov
Therapy isn’t one long, undifferentiated conversation. It moves through recognizable stages, each with a different purpose, and knowing what they are takes a lot of the mystery out of starting. If part of what’s held you back is not knowing how the process actually unfolds, or which type of therapy might fit you, understanding the […]
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Oct
Oct
Mental health disorders have been known to lead to alcohol or drug abuse as a way of self-medicating. At the same time, addiction to illegal substances and alcohol can lead to mental health problems. Sometimes mental health problems and substance addictions occur together. Many people diagnosed with a substance use disorder (SUD) also suffer from […]
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Jul
Jul
Almost everyone has indulged in some form of destructive behavior in their lives. Sometimes such behaviors are temporary and don’t cause you to harm in the long run. However, when they become a habit, they can have significant physical and emotional consequences. Also, self-destructive behaviors are far more drastic for people in recovery as they […]
