There are times when a person is diagnosed with a mental health issue, such as depression or anxiety. Other times, someone might be diagnosed as having a substance abuse issue. When someone has both a mental health issue and a substance abuse issue, we call it a dual diagnosis. How Does Dual Diagnosis Develop? Often, […]
There are times when a person is diagnosed with a mental health issue, such as depression or anxiety. Other times, someone might be diagnosed as having a substance abuse issue. When someone has both a mental health issue and a substance abuse issue, we call it a dual diagnosis.How Does Dual Diagnosis Develop?Often, addictive behaviors are a result of someone trying to cope with their mental health issues. In fact, according to the Journal of … [Read more...]
One of the more important aspects of maintaining your overall health is the ability to monitor certain variables and identify warning signs. We go to the dentist to clean plaque and avoid buildup, we go to our PCP for routine medical screenings and to check up on anything that might be out of line. We’ve […]
One of the more important aspects of maintaining your overall health is the ability to monitor certain variables and identify warning signs. We go to the dentist to clean plaque and avoid buildup, we go to our PCP for routine medical screenings and to check up on anything that might be out of line. We’ve made great gains in the medical field, extending life expectancy and quality of life by catching things before they go too … [Read more...]
We live in a society that worships the overachiever. Burning the candle at both ends and denying yourself pleasure until the work gets done is seen as honorable. And while having a good work ethic is definitely key to living your best life, it is also important to balance your work life with a sense […]
We live in a society that worships the overachiever. Burning the candle at both ends and denying yourself pleasure until the work gets done is seen as honorable. And while having a good work ethic is definitely key to living your best life, it is also important to balance your work life with a sense of play and freedom. If you don’t, you could experience burnout.The Dangers of Being Addicted to WorkYou may think that a workaholic would be every … [Read more...]
