Oct 17, 2022 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
Millions of people throughout the country take prescription opioids for pain relief every day. However, some people may look for ways to magnify the effects of their medication, such as by taking oxycodone and alcohol together. Unfortunately, combining substances does...
Sep 12, 2022 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
When over 30 percent of adults in the United States exhibit at least one symptom of depression each week, it becomes difficult to gauge when to seek professional help. People who demonstrate a lack of motivation and struggle to complete household chores may ask, “Am I...
Sep 4, 2022 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
When someone experiences stomach pain or breaks a bone, they go to a doctor for help. But when someone lives with depression or anxiety, they may be told, “Just deal with it.” This is a dangerous and unhealthy approach to mental health. The truth is, it should be...
Jul 24, 2022 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
Of all the mental illnesses in the United States, anxiety disorders are the most common, affecting over 40 million adults every year. That’s the equivalent of almost one in five people. Such a widespread issue demands ample attention, and thankfully, effective...
Nov 4, 2021 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
For people on meth, the signs of meth use can vary wildly from person to person. This is because addiction is a highly personal disease. How it develops depends largely on the individual, their mental health, and genetic factors. And unfortunately, this variety can...
Jan 15, 2020 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
My name is David N., and I’ve been with The Blackberry Center for over four and a half years. I’m a Recovery Assistant (RA), and that means that I facilitate group therapy, help patients get to and from activities, and overall create an environment that’s conducive to...
Apr 14, 2019 | Rehab, Recovery and Behavioral Health News
If you are at the beginning of your recovery journey, one of your greatest assets is a good sponsor. Your sponsor, who is most likely a part of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA), can bring you one step closer to a lasting recovery. Consider these 5...