A variety of treatment program options exist across the country to address specific issues that teenage boys may be facing, such as substance abuse, behavioral or psychological issues, and learning disabilities. Treatment options vary depending on the severity of the disorder and the presence of co-morbid conditions. Some teenage boys affected by these conditions may [...]
Contributed by RiverWoods Behavioral Health System clinical content team member Kathryn Taylor, MA, LPC/MHSP. The decision to clean up your finances and rebuild credit after substance abuse is a positive step. Financial debt and financial problems may seem like a dark cloud that you would like to avoid, but progressively diminishing the shadow that it [...]
When your loved one is struggling with mental illness and substance abuse, it is quite likely that you are overwhelmed and not sure what to do! Take a deep breath, let everything slow down for a moment, and then consider the following points. As you consider them, refrain from judging yourself or your loved one [...]
The stereotype about pornography addiction is that it is an issue only faced by men. Recent research, however, is beginning to show that women are just as susceptible to developing an unhealthy relationship with pornography as men are. One study found that of all the women surveyed, 17 percent considered themselves to be addicted to [...]
Contributed by Kim Dennis, MD, CEDS – CEO/Medical Director Emeritus, Timberline Knolls. For countless individuals who may be struggling with addiction, another serious mental health issue may compound their existing symptoms. Co-occurring disorders, also known as dual diagnosis, are the existence of both a mental health and simultaneous substance use disorders. Research has identified an [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.