Category Archives: Uncategorized
16
Nov
Nov
When too much alcohol is in your system, you may notice that it can affect coordination. This can make it hard to balance when you walk and often causes you to trip or stumble. A new study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs has discovered that your smartphone can detect how […]
10
Nov
Nov
The opioid crisis is still ongoing, with thousands of people dying from overdosing on prescription medications. Walmart and Sam’s Club are aware of the problem and have therefore decided to provide a solution through changes in their policies. Hopefully, the response Walmart and Sam’s Club have had to the opioid crisis will inspire other pharmacies […]
26
Jun
Jun
Now that it’s summertime, the days of winter are over which means that, with more sunlight and weather changes, those who battle with seasonal depression can begin recovering. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) affects approximately 4-6% of people in the United States. Those who live in more northern regions are more likely to experience symptoms of […]
17
Jun
Jun
If you were to ask most people with borderline personality disorder (BPD), they’d probably tell you that at times they feel too much while, at other times, they feel nothing at all. BPD affects millions of people across the world, and it’s hard to navigate daily life with this disorder if treatment isn’t sought. Undiagnosed […]
25
Apr
Apr
Veterans are a population of Americans at risk for substance use disorders (SUDs) due to their substantial susceptibility to having chronic pain and psychological issues. More than 50% of all veterans receiving care from the Veterans Health Administration experience chronic pain, compared to 30% of all Americans reporting chronic pain. The difference between veterans and […]
02
Apr
Apr
Substance use disorders (SUDs) within families affect everyone. According to the Child Welfare Information Gateway website, children’s needs must be met and enacted by parents. In the case of parents with SUDs, these needs may not be their main priority, as the substance itself becomes the main source of importance to them. Who Is Responsible […]
31
Mar
Mar
It is hard to control what happens on your way to work. You could leave home very early to get to work and still deal with the stress that traffic brings you. It is important to develop calming strategies during your commute to avoid getting to work feeling like a battle every day. What are […]
28
Mar
Mar
Congress’s approach to dealing with the opioid crisis is expensive and still a struggle. While there is a reduction of opioid overdose deaths because of the introduction of Narcan in emergencies, so much more can be done. It is important to see what Congress is doing now about the opioid crisis to better figure out […]
Mental Health, Uncategorized
What Does it Mean to Have a Flight of Ideas When You are Bipolar or Schizophrenic?
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Mar
Mar
When a person starts talking and they sound jittery, anxious, or very excited, it means that they are experiencing a flight of ideas. This is normally a symptom for those with bipolar disorder or schizophrenia. Anyone experiencing a flight of ideas means that you have a mental illness that needs to be treated to help […]
