Is there a Connection Between Gambling Addiction and Depression?
When we struggle with a mental health condition, we oftentimes find coping mechanisms to get its symptoms to go away. Or, when we struggle with[...]
What Are Withdrawal Symptoms and What Helps Them Stop?
When one has been using drugs and/or alcohol for an extended period, the body and brain adjust to the presence of these illicit chemicals in[...]
Understanding the “Why” Behind Veteran Dual Diagnosis Statistics
After their time in the military, veterans face numerous difficulties. Readjusting back into civilian life presents a variety of complications and the situations military men[...]
Effective Addiction Treatment Methods for Veterans
Veterans face numerous difficulties after their time in the military comes to an end. Whether it is the complications of readjusting to civilian life, handling[...]
How to Manage Holiday Triggers
From Thanksgiving to New Year we waltz through the holiday season, prepping for parties, purchasing gifts, pulling out old recipes and engaging in favorite traditions.[...]
Defining Complex Trauma
Traumatic experiences that lead to the onset of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) aren’t always one-time, short-term events such as car accidents or natural disasters. In[...]
What Does Alcohol Use Disorder Look Like?
Alcohol use disorder (AUD) is the most common mental health condition affecting veterans. According to the American Addiction Centers, 20 percent of service members report[...]
A Closer Look At the Prevalence of Alcohol Abuse in the Veteran Community
We never want to play into stereotypes – they leave people feeling boxed in, with strange expectations and uncomfortable assumptions. One of these stereotypes is[...]
What Are the Benefits of Group Therapy for Veterans?
In group therapy, a therapist leads a session with roughly 5-to-15 clients. Psychotherapeutic groups often complement individual therapy sessions in a treatment plan and may[...]
Mental Health and Substance Use Support for Veterans
Veterans can face several challenges coming out of service, such as readjusting to civilian life and reintegrating with family, finding employment and enduring higher rates[...]
