Researchers have found up to 50% of people with an eating disorder diagnosis use illicit drugs or alcohol and an estimated 35% of people who are dependent on drugs or alcohol have an eating disorder.
In past articles, we have discussed the challenges of parenting in addiction. Watching a son or daughter struggle with substance abuse is painful and frustrating
Addictions develop from a combination of biological and environmental factors. While no one particular factor determines if someone will become an addict,
In light of remembering and acknowledging veterans, we are discussing the need to extend encouragement and support for the mental health of this community.
As we’ve discussed throughout this series, addiction magnifies mental health disorders. Substance abuse escalates a person’s pre-existing thoughts and emotions.
When we work with recovering addicts, we emphasize the importance of creating a new lifestyle where it’s easier to not use drugs and alcohol rather than to keep using.
