Learn about Mental Health and Coping Strategies
Addictions hit people from all walks of life; rich, poor, sick, or healthy. And when it comes to getting a handle on addictions, the best person to turn to is a certified addiction counselor. When you think of a certified addiction counselor, the first thing that may come to mind is drugs or alcohol. But […]
Thinking about drug addiction treatment I am forced to consider the current news on celebrities and can’t help but think about relapse…an inevitable reality for anyone who has gone through or is going through drug addiction treatment.
My heart goes out to the Penn family, who lost their brother, Chris Penn. Chris had used multiple drugs […]
Whether it is you, or someone you love, dealing with alcoholism may be one of the toughest things you have to do within your lifetime. Alcoholism, like taking drugs or smoking, is a tough burden to carry, and many times it can lead to disaster. When dealing with alcoholism, you have to expect the worst […]
Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who are committed to staying sober and helping others achieve sobriety as well. Alcoholics Anonymous or AA was founded in 1935 by two alcoholics who wanted to stop drinking and help others to do the same. Soon thereafter, local chapters of Alcoholics Anonymous were popping up […]
This article is for informational purposes only. We at Mental Health Learning do not endorse or recommend the use of “downers”. Seek professional treatment before using any drugs and do some research to understand any medication that is prescribed to you and be aware of the many side effects.
Downers are a group of drugs […]
Dual diagnosis refers to people that have been diagnosed with a mental illness in addition to a chemical dependency of some kind. A chemical dependency makes treating mental illness more difficult, and likewise having a mental illness makes addiction treatment more complicated. Dual diagnosis treatment is of course more intensive than normal chemical dependency or […]
Many people suffer from alcohol and drug related problems. While this epidemic is certainly not showing a significant digression lately, there are alcohal and drug treatment programs to help and assist virtually anyone. Individuals often start getting involved with drugs and alcohol when they reach a point of apathy or depression. Some feel that these […]
