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More often than not, personality disorders manifest themselves in a fashion that is quite evident not only to other people but to the victim as well. However, in a few scenarios, you may continue to experience troubles with your relationships or professional life but refuse to consider the possibility that...
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Dealing with alcoholism or an addiction to prescription medications or illicit street drugs is never simple, regardless of the severity of your addiction. If you have become addicted to using any substance or if you have a friend or a loved one in your life you want to help,...
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Stress doesn’t only wear on your mind—it wears on your body as well. When you start getting stressed out, your brain switches into “fight or flight” mode, also referred to as acute stress response, releasing excessive amounts of hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. This process can result in physical health...
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If you are struggling with alcoholism or a drug problem and you feel that you have no control over your addiction, you can seek help in a rehab center for substance abuse. As much as you may wish to control your urges yourself, your body has likely developed a...
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In a culture that has become increasingly focused on unrealistic body standards, eating disorders such as bulimia, binge eating, and anorexia are more prevalent than ever before. In addition to having devastating physical effects, they also present many psychological and emotional challenges for both patients and their families. While...
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Anxiety attacks, commonly called “panic attacks,” arise suddenly and present with a variety of intense physical symptoms that can be mistaken for a heart attack. An anxiety attack can happen anywhere. Although stress is a factor and a trigger that may lead to an anxiety attack, often no trigger...
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Sending a teen to rehab is no doubt a disruptive, traumatic event for any family, and this is why many parents hold off on seeking treatment for their children. However, this is not a wise decision—rehab can literally save your teen’s life. If you’re worried about whether or not...
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No parent wants to consider the possibility that his or her child has an eating disorder, but this dangerous condition is on the rise among young people, and it’s important that you know what to do if it strikes within your family. Thankfully, there are numerous effective treatments for...
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Stress doesn’t only wear on your mind—it wears on your body as well. When you start getting stressed out, your brain switches into “fight or flight” mode, also referred to as acute stress response, releasing excessive amounts of hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. This process can result...
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You’ve probably heard all about eating disorders and the horrific effects they can have on the people who suffer from them. There are a few things you should probably know about eating disorders though; if you or someone you love could be suffering from one. Remember that eating disorders...
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Night terrors, or sleep terrors, are a parasomnia, or undesired and abnormal behavior that occurs during sleep. Night terrors are distinctly different from nightmares, although they are such a rare issue that they aren’t well understood and are therefore often mistaken for bad dreams. Here’s a look at how...
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An Overview of Eating Disorders An eating disorder is a broad term used to describe problematic eating habits that typically result in malnutrition and either excessive weight loss or gain depending upon the specific form. While eating disorders have physical impacts and consequences for affected individuals, the underlying causes...
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Postpartum depression is a medical condition that mainly exists in women and has a very low frequency of occurrence in men. This is a clinical depression that mainly occurs after childbirth. The condition mainly exhibits emotional symptoms in the victims. It mainly begins in the initial months after a...
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Admitting to your family that you’re struggling with an eating disorder is difficult, but opening up to your closest loved ones can make the recovery process much easier. If you’re unsure of how you should start this conversation with your relatives, use these suggestions to navigate through any potential difficulties....
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About Drug Rehab Programs A drug rehab program helps people overcome their addiction to drugs. There are several different types of drug addictions that are treated at a rehab facility some of which are prescription drugs, illegal substances, and alcohol. Rehab programs offer people assistance with drug addictions that...
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Depression is something 1 out of every 10 Americans will experience at some point in their life. However, many ignore or misunderstand the signs of depression because of the myths and stigmas that surround the disorder. And the fact that some people often do not take it seriously and...
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For those who struggle with a drug addiction, the road to recovery can begin with specialized assistance at drug rehab centers. Rehab centers offer programs that are often the most efficient way for a person with drug dependency issues to “battle demons” and attempt to repair and rebuild a normal lifestyle. These drug rehab centers and...
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Eating disorders are difficult to combat because they incorporate psychological and physical roots. However, they are treatable with the proper guidance and determination. If you suffer from one of the three common types of eating disorder—anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating—and have decided to seek help on your own or as...
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Drug addiction is a serious problem that is becoming increasingly worse over time. It is important to remember that the initial decision to take drugs was voluntary, the continuing decision to take drugs, may not be. However, many people blame the addict rather than the initial bad decision. Knowing...
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The concept of masculinity has long been championed among men throughout their process of growth and when they finally attain adulthood. ‘Manly’ behavior is often associated with strength and strongly rids itself of any form of weakness such as ill health. As such, the traditional macho man has been...
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For a family grappling with a teenager’s drug addiction, the services of a qualified rehab facility can mean the difference between chaos and calm. Below are a few tips you can use to locate a life-altering rehab facility in your area. Check their licensing While their motives are sincere,...
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We all get older, it’s just the way things go. But when speaking about aging, we aren’t just talking about a number. Many factors contribute to the aging process, including our body’s susceptibility to wear and tear and basic functioning capabilities. We begin to notice aging catching up with...
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Information on Drug Abuse and its Causes The path to drug addiction begins with experimentation. In the beginning, the substance of drug addiction gives the user a sense of relief from his or her problems and/or the false perception of making their life better. Therefore, these euphoric feelings the...