Mental health disorders can wreak havoc on an individual’s life without the proper treatment and care. Left undiagnosed, the symptoms of a mental health disorder can lead to serious issues down the road, like substance abuse or addiction. Counseling for mental health can help manage these symptoms and teach coping mechanisms for stress, anxiety, and…
Many young adults struggle with college stress. This stress fuels the fire of dangerous activity on most college campuses today, with those activities including drinking and doing drugs. Early in a college career, you can find yourself caught up in a whirlwind of substance abuse. This quickly leads to addiction and even more stress in…
According to the National Institute of Mental Health, almost 13 percent of adolescents have experienced at least one episode of major depression. Even though depression is relatively common, there is a stigma associated with it. Identifying the truths about depression can make you realize that it’s ok to speak out and seek help. Below are…
Young people face many pressures that it’s no wonder some of them struggle with their mental and emotional health. Adolescence is a confusing time, during which you phase out of the freedom of childhood and take on similar roles as an independent adult. Academic, social, family and career pressure can feel like a burden, and…
When you experience a traumatic event, your mind struggles to make sense of the occurrence. Instead of assimilating the information and emotions associated with the experience, you may struggle with disturbing memories, paranoia or a sense of danger. Dealing with psychological trauma may require professional treatment even if the traumatic event happened years ago. What…
Many argue that the transition from childhood to adolescence is one of the most significant changes that a person experiences. Some young people have a harder time with this shift than others. Some experts call this failure to launch syndrome, which any addiction or mental health issues can exacerbate the problem. The Definition Of Failure…
Dealing with depression is extremely difficult because you lack the motivation to do things that can help you. There’s a misconception about depression that people can simply pull themselves up and be happy and productive. The reality is that depression can make you feel lost and alone even though you’re not. This is one of…
It was only about 40 years ago when the worst substances young people were experimenting with was alcohol and marijuana. Unfortunately, more and more young people are developing addictions to much stronger, more dangerous drugs. Many studies show that more and more young people are abusing prescription medications, heroin, meth, and cocaine. This is why…
When you’re in a relationship, it can be hard to recognize issues. You feel as though your connection is healthy, while the reality is you’re in a toxic situation. For some, this occurs by accident. For others, there can be malice from one side. If you are in this type of relationship, you may need…
Addiction treatment should never take a one-size-fits-all approach. Different people require a change in how to approach treatment. Treatment should change to include treating men and women differently, as well as understanding the best ways to help older adults vs. younger ones. The best rehab centers for young adults specialize in caring for this age…