WHAT IS PROBLEMATIC SEXUAL BEHAVIOR? WHAT IS SEX ADDICTION? Problematic sexual behavior (PSB) is an on-going, uncontrollable pattern of sexual thoughts and behaviors that prove problematic in a person’s life. This particular form of addiction or compulsive behavior is often misunderstood. Sensationalized or worst-case scenarios may make headlines – but are not the norm. Though…
Many Americans find themselves entangled in the web of trauma and addiction, two complex conditions that often walk hand in hand, casting shadows over lives and families. Traumatic experiences can take a lasting toll on an individual and cause them to self-medicate or self-soothe with addictive substances like drugs or alcohol. Addiction and trauma often…
Q & A with Santé’s Medical Director, Melissa Pennington, D.O. WHAT IS DRY/DAMP JANUARY? Over the last decade, “Dry January” has become a popular way to begin the year for many. Dry January is when an individual commits to not drink any alcohol for the 31 days in the month.¹ More recently, “Damp January”…
Have you ever found yourself in a conversation about mental health, only to realize how much we still have to learn? Schizophrenia, a topic often shrouded in mystery and misconceptions, is a prime example of this. It’s a condition that can seem distant until it touches someone close to us. But what are the signs…
Mental illness can be challenging to live with, and it can cause your life to become unmanageable. While many people are familiar with depression or anxiety symptoms and have to manage them daily, others face more severe mental health conditions that can completely derail any sense of normalcy. Schizophrenia is a chronic brain disorder marked…
How do you know whether your partner needs sex addiction treatment or not? It can be challenging to find the line between having a healthy sexual appetite and being obsessed with sex. Sex addiction involves a lack of control over sexual thoughts and urges. While sexual impulses are perfectly natural, the typical signs of sex…
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health condition that involves significant shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels. These shifts can range from periods of elation or irritability (manic episodes) to periods of sadness or hopelessness (depressive episodes). Bipolar depression specifically refers to the depressive phase of this disorder, which can significantly impact an individual’s…
Many people today are interested in including mindfulness activities in their lives to help reduce stress and improve self-awareness. If you’re looking for mindfulness activities for adults, our holistic therapy program in Texas can help. Call Santé Center for Healing at 866.238.3154 if living a more peaceful life is one of your New Year’s resolutions.…
Alcohol and depression are closely linked, and each can compound the symptoms of the other. Treatment that addresses multiple mental health concerns, such as depression and alcohol use disorder, is called dual diagnosis treatment. Santé Center for Healing offers dual diagnosis treatment in Texas. Call 866.238.3154 for more information, to verify insurance, or to get…
Have you ever experienced a nagging feeling that you can’t shake off? Do you have a habit or routine that you feel you must follow every day, even when it’s impractical or irrational? While these behaviors may seem harmless or quirky to some people, they could be signs of a mental health condition called obsessive-compulsive…