Argyle, Texas, May 18, 2020—Headlines continue to focus on COVID-19 and one topic being spotlighted more frequently is the negative impact the virus is having on mental health. The global pandemic and ensuing economic downturn have negatively affected many people’s mental health. A recent poll by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) found that nearly half…
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Argyle, Texas, June 1, 2020—As many as 75,000 Americans could die because of drug or alcohol misuse and suicide as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to an analysis conducted by the national public health group Well Being Trust. This staggering number could become a reality due to the growing unemployment crisis, economic downturns…
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There is much said about Post-traumatic Stress Disorder and the way that our traumas can significantly harm us. In a season with collective experienced trauma, could we also pay attention to how some of our trauma experiences can grow us? Traumas can, like a forge, temper us, make us stronger and more resilient in the…
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Grief is not always associated with death. It can be losing tradition, experiencing feelings of isolation and an inability to experience closure. Click on the graphic to learn more about grief and when it is time to consider finding help from a mental health professional. About Author: Lisa King, MS, NCC, LPC, is the Intensive…
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The fear of withdrawal symptoms might be keeping you from entering rehab. But did you know that detox is the fastest and easiest part of recovery? Make no mistake, it can be intense for individuals depending on the substance they abuse and the duration of their addiction. Yet the process is relatively short when compared…
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Your kids gain exposure to new drug trends long before we, as adults, hear about those trends. So are your kids talking about the lean drug or drink? Have you heard of this sugary, syrupy, dangerous drink teens and young adults are using for a cheap, easy-to-gain high? Don’t kid yourself about the purple drink…
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After all the time spent suffering from an addiction, it becomes increasingly important for addiction victims to select a rehab center that makes sense when they are ready for help. Most rehab centers will put forth claims of how good its treatment programs compared to other rehabs. Without much else to compare, reputation becomes a…
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Addiction is a disease that can affect anyone, anywhere, and at any time. Like any disease, it doesn’t discriminate. However, for years individuals resisted finding help to overcome their addictions. Some were led to believe addiction was a matter of willpower (it’s not) or a personal flaw (also untrue). Others were never sure they could…
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When struggling with alcohol or drug abuse, finding the right treatment is vital. Addiction is a disease that few can heal from on their own or without some kind of treatment. Fortunately, substance abuse is highly treatable. The compassionate expert counselors and therapists at Sante Center for Healing can help. Whether it’s you who needs…
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For anyone stuck in the grip of addiction, reaching out for help can be very hard. Even if you know your drug dependency is negatively impacting your entire life, admitting to the problem is rarely easy. However, once you decide that your health and happiness are more important than any addictive substance, how do you…
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