Common Mental Health Disorders
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
Many people who have an addiction to drugs or alcohol also suffer from common mental health disorders. Co-occurring disorders can make it extremely difficult to recover from an addiction. However, with the right treatment, recovery from and management of both conditions is possible. Let’s take a look at some of the most common disorders associated with addiction. Clinical Depression One of the most common mental health disorders is depression or depression disorder. It is a severe condition that includes a wide range of symptoms such as sadness, anger, withdrawal from daily life, or changes in ..read more
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Anxiety and Depression: When They Co-Occur With Substance Use Disorder
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
Anxiety and depression are both mental health disorders that sometimes co-occur with addiction. Anxiety may make you feel restless, nervous, and like you can’t stop worrying. Depression may make you feel sluggish and sad like life is never going to get better. It can become difficult to get through a day when you bundle one or both with substance use disorder. Life may feel unmanageable and difficult. Consequently, it’s often hard to meet daily responsibilities, such as holding down a job or caring for children. If these symptoms sound familiar, there’s good news. Help is available, and it’s o ..read more
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Depression Symptoms and the Need for Addiction Treatment
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
Symptoms of depression can lead to an addiction to substances as a way to cope with feelings that are hard to identify. Also, an addiction to drugs or alcohol can lead to depression when you feel like you have no way out. Whether your depression started first, or the addiction is causing your depression, help is available to get you back on track. At AspenRidge Recovery, we provide care for your mental health needs in a comfortable environment surrounded by nature. We know that you can heal, and we are ready to develop a treatment plan that is right for you. When addiction is in control, it’s ..read more
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Symptoms of Anxiety: Recognizing When Simple Worry Becomes Chronic
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
Symptoms of anxiety may mimic other disorders. Often, this feature makes it difficult to diagnose. Furthermore, when left untreated, anxiety can quickly make life feel unmanageable. If you frequently feel nervous, anxious, or worried, you may have a treatable condition called anxiety disorder. Signs and Symptoms of Anxiety Disorder It is normal to feel occasional bouts of worry or stress. However, when those feelings become persistent and begin to interfere with daily life, treatment is recommended. Anxiety can stop you from doing the things you need and want to do, such as leaving your house ..read more
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Spirituality in Recovery
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
There are a number of ways you can move forward with your recovery and conquer any addiction issues you’re facing. One way people choose to do that is through a focus on spirituality in recovery. It may not be right for everyone. But at AspenRidge Lakewood we can help you address your spiritual concerns during the recovery process. For those who are interested in exploring their spirituality or getting back to it, adding it to their recovery can be an excellent way to feel better faster. With a quality and caring staff, we can help you address spiritual concerns and other issues, to move you t ..read more
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We Can Help You Through Heroin Withdrawal Symptoms
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
If you’re struggling with heroin withdrawal symptoms, you’re not alone. Many people face addiction, and they often try to overcome it without help. Some of them do succeed, but it’s much easier when you have the support of dedicated professionals that care about your well-being. At AspenRidge Lakewood, we know how to make things easier for you, and give you a chance at a healthier, happier life. You don’t need to let heroin withdrawal or other struggles hold you back. With the right treatment and support, you can get back to living a quality life and looking forward to a better future. Heroin ..read more
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What Is A Functioning Alcoholic?
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism estimated more than 15 million adults aged 18 years and older had alcohol use disorder in 2015. Therefore, about 6.2 percent of the adult population, which nearly 10 million men and 5.3 million women, struggled with alcohol use disorder. A sizeable number of those don’t fit the stereotype of what you might think of in a person who struggles with alcohol. This can lead you to wonder, “What is a functioning alcoholic?” How Many People Are Alcoholics In The United States? Many people have a certain conception of a person’s actions if they are ..read more
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Understanding Heroin Epidemic Statistics
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
When you’re struggling with addiction, you can often feel like you’re the only one having trouble. But that’s not the case, and there are more people than you think who are part of the heroin epidemic statistics throughout the world today. We want to reduce those statistics, and we want to help you, as well. At AspenRidge Lakewood, we can work with you to overcome your addiction, so you can be healthy again. It can be hard to reach out for help, but it’s a very important part of getting healthy once again. When you understand the statistics, you’ll also see that you’re not alone in your strugg ..read more
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What is Executive Rehab?
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
A person with professional status faces unique challenges if they need drug or alcohol rehab. In response, executive rehabs are popping up to provide service that targets this group. The specific benefits that come with an executive rehab program will vary by the facility, but the primary goals are the same. What is executive rehab? What is Executive Rehab? An executive, by definition, is a person in a senior management role – someone with C-suite status. For example, the chief operating officer (CEO) of a corporation is an executive, as is the chief financial officer (CFO). “Executive” is a l ..read more
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What is Neurofeedback Therapy?
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by AspenRidge Recovery
4y ago
Neurofeedback is a concept that has been around for decades. Over time, though, the improvement of technology has made this an innovative option for mental illness and addiction therapy. It is most effective in combination with other treatment programs like talk therapy.  What is neurofeedback therapy? What is Neurofeedback Therapy? People think of addiction as a psychological condition. In other words, you have a hard time controlling yourself enough to stay sober. Addiction, however, is a brain disease, so it’s not just a matter of deciding not to use drugs or drink alcohol. An estimated 10 ..read more
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