What Should I Treat First, Depression or My Addiction?
Depression and Addiction Throughout life, everyone has bad days and low moments. We all get into a “funk” or have times when we feel the blues. While this is a normal part of life and reaction to stress or traumatic events, depression is an entirely different thing. According to the American Psychiatry Associaton, Depression is […]
Suicide and Addiction
The Link Between Suicide and Addiction Addiction can cause a wide range of health problems. Not only can it deteriorate a person’s body physically, but it can make someone’s mental health much worse. This is because addiction stems from a root cause. Often, this root cause is a co-occurring mental health disorder, such as depression […]
Trauma and Addiction
Are Trauma and Addiction Related? According to SAMHSA, trauma results from an event, series of events, or set of circumstances experienced by an individual as physically or emotionally harmful or life-threatening with lasting adverse effects on the individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional, or spiritual well-being. In the United States, 61 percent of men […]
Can Anxiety Cause Addiction?
What is Anxiety? Anxiety is a disorder that affects millions of people. It is defined as: “a nervous disorder characterized by a state of excessive uneasiness and apprehension, typically with compulsive behavior or panic attacks.” Anxiety can stem from a traumatic event, such as military combat or abuse, or anxiety can manifest naturally, like with […]
My Anxiety Keeps Me From Reaching Out, Can You Help?
Anxiety and Addiction Many people with anxiety are also living with addiction. In fact, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, about 20 percent of Americans with an anxiety or mood disorder have an alcohol or other substance use disorder. In addition, about 20 percent of those with an alcohol or substance use […]
I have Depression and I am Addicted, What Gets Treated First?
Depression and Addiction If you are suffering from addiction, you are more than likely also suffering from another trauma, as well. This can include such things as mental illness, like depression. Mental illness and addiction often work together to exacerbate the other. Do you find yourself reaching for a drink or drugs if your depression […]
Trauma Informed Care
How trauma affects addiction Trauma comes in many shapes, sizes and forms. The most important part about dealing with trauma is understanding it and how it can affect your life in ways you might not have realized. This is why we take great care in focusing on giving our clients psychoeducation about trauma. Learning about […]
PTSD and Trauma Leading to Addiction
PTSD and Trauma Leading to Addiction If you feel that your PTSD and addiction are connected, you’re probably right—and you’re certainly not alone. According to Time, between 50–66% of people with PTSD also struggle with addiction. Additionally, about half of those seeking treatment for substance use disorders also suffer from PTSD, as reported by MentalHelp. […]
Can I Become Addicted To My Depression Medication?
Can I Become Addicted to My Depression Medication? What Is Depression Medication? Depression medication, also known as antidepressants, are prescription medications used to treat moderate to severe depression. When taken under the supervision of a medical professional and according to their prescribed dosage, depression medication can work well to help people manage their symptoms and […]
Co-Occurring Mental Health and Addiction
What Is a Co-Occurring Disorder? Updated on 05/20/24 The coexistence of both a mental health disorder and a substance abuse use disorder is referred to as a co-occurring disorder. Any combination of mental health and addiction can be referred to as having a co-occuring disorder. The combinations can be seemingly endless, and can even include […]