mental health issues

My Friend Is Addicted to Shooting Up Crack.. Is There a Group for ME?

Question by *1STTIMEMOMMY2BE* DUE 11/13/10: my friend is addicted to shooting up crack.. is there a group for ME?
this has been a ongoing problem. Its hard to know what addiction is until you see somebody you care about going… Continue reading

Anyone Know of Good & Effective Dual Diagnosis Rehab Centers?

effective drug rehab center
by Esthr

Question by Anthony B: Anyone know of good & effective dual diagnosis rehab centers?
I’ve decided to get myself some help and need advice on treatment centers. I need a place that specializes in mental-illness(more specifically, bipolar) along… Continue reading

Best of Our Blogs: April 18, 2014

Best of Our Blogs: April 18, 2014
(The Science of Addiction) – New research will make you rethink medication as your first line of treatment. If you're currently taking or thinking of treating anxiety, sleep, depression or other mental health… Continue reading

Can You Talk to the Suicide Hotline About Depression?

Question by DJ_boobear: Can you talk to the Suicide Hotline about depression?
Not nessicarily wanting to kill yourself but about being depressed and having problems

Best answer:

Answer by Connor
Yes, the suicide hotline is run by… Continue reading

What Happens at a Drug Treatment Facility?

Question by wonderwoman: What happens at a drug treatment facility?
Someone I know just entered a New York State run drug rehabilitation facility. What happens while he is there? Will I be able to visit? When will he… Continue reading

Is the Workplace Responsible for Drug & Alcohol Rehabilitation?

Question by cat: Is the workplace responsible for drug & alcohol rehabilitation?

Best answer:

Answer by Russell L
No.Sometimes if your job provides insurance it will cover the majority of your rehab costs.

Answer by Grant M
Yes they are… Continue reading

Live-in Depression Centers ?

Question by Bronwyn: Live-In Depression Centers ?
I’m 15 years old, and have been depressed for a little over a year now.
Iv’e saw a therapist for awhile but there was no progress.
I… Continue reading

'Proper Treatment for Depression Necessary for Some Stroke Victims'

'Proper Treatment for Depression Necessary for Some Stroke Victims'
One out of three people affected by stroke becomes a victim of depression and there is a need for its proper treatment, according to experts at the National Stroke Conference which… Continue reading

Night Eating Disorder May Signal Mental Health Issues

Night eating disorder may signal mental health issues
A fairly rare eating disorder whose signature is excessive eating – though not necessarily binging – at night needs further study since it may signal other mental health issues, researchers say. They… Continue reading

How to Get a Good Night's Sleep — Even When You're Depressed

How to Get a Good Night's Sleep — Even When You're Depressed
With a little bit of willpower and a change in routine, you can do this. Sleep is important. In fact, respondents to my survey of over 4,000 people… Continue reading