Heroin addiction is a devastating condition that affects individuals and families across the country. In Baltimore County, the opioid crisis continues to impact communities, with many individuals struggling not only with addiction but also with co-occurring mental health disorders. Understanding the connection between heroin addiction in Baltimore County and mental health disorders is essential for
There’s no question that we are in the midst of a mental health epidemic. Rates of suicide and instances of depression are rising, and this means that we need to talk about not only preventative measures, but also ways to aid those suffering from serious and critical disorders. How We All Can Alleviate the Mental
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So often, an addiction is complicated by the presence of mental illness. That mental health disorder, though, isn’t often addressed during addiction treatment despite the enormous number of cases in which both conditions are present. Why is this, and what can we do to change it in order to find the best help possible for
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We are in a very critical moment in history right now. Americans are facing a brand-new health care bill, one that will shape the future of countless citizens’ health over time. Where many would say that previous efforts told health care have been lacking, many, too, might agree that current suggestions would be hugely detrimental
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There is no shortage of difficulties these days surrounding the subjects of addiction and mental health. Something that comes up periodically is the mental health of those on college campuses who, arguably, face the largest amount of stress of any other group and who are not receiving the help and mental health care that they
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Addiction and issues of mental heath can be even more difficult than usual to navigate during the holiday season. This is a time of high stress and activity, a lot of time spent with family and friends (and people in general), and it can all be incredibly overwhelming even without additional complications such as substance abuse
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What is the function of a semicolon? It marks where there might have been the end of a sentence, but instead it continues on. That is the idea behind the semicolon tattoo, a mark meant to represent the choice of life and struggle despite issues of mental health. It’s also the symbol that represents Project
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The stigma surrounding both addiction and mental health has not diminished, despite modern resources, knowledge, and experience. There are still far too many who believe that both are the fault of the afflicted individual, too many who believe that the patient is a burden rather than someone to love and support. Only with an open
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The definition of a dual diagnosis treatment is a program that treats a person’s addiction alongside mental health issues. This treatment option can be started before general addiction programs begin or in the midst of one if a co-existing condition hadn’t been identified beforehand. A treatment center with qualified addiction psychiatrists can more effectively help the patient through
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Some things that many people struggling with addiction (or their families) could always use more of are both hope and information. The combination of not believing that positive change can take place and also not having a solid understanding of how best to combat addiction can be hugely adverse to a person’s recovery from substance
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