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 →