Drug and alcohol use comes with a host of short-term and long-term health risks and other potential consequences. However when a person uses multiple substances, either at the same time or by alternating between the two, these risks and consequences can increase dramatically.  Widespread polysubstance use in Ohio and across the United States is making […]

Every healthcare provider in the United States is trained to help and care for the needs of others. However, many doctors, nurses, therapists, and other providers tend to put off getting help when they need it themselves. This is especially true when it comes to drug and alcohol addiction, which are common but treatable mental […]

While patient liaisons do not provide medical care directly, they are a vital part of the healthcare system overall and addiction recovery services in particular. These dedicated healthcare professionals help bridge the information gap that often exists between patients and their loved ones on one side, and the medical system on the other, in the […]

When it comes to addiction recovery, it is important that treatment providers be able to evaluate and address every aspect of a client’s condition, including their physical health, their behavioral health, their psychological state and mental health, and their social environment and stability. And because people with SUDs often have a variety of other physical […]

Your mental health describes your emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It is your internal state, influencing how you think, feel, and behave and how well you are able to cope with the challenges of day-to-day life.  Unfortunately, many people in the United States live with poor mental health on a daily basis, with more than […]

When it comes to mental health, including behavioral health, the way that you view yourself and treat yourself as a person has an impact, for better or for worse. If you see yourself in a more negative light, you may be less able to cope with stress and anxiety and less likely to give yourself […]

Oftentimes, people with drug or alcohol addictions are just as concerned about the consequences of going to rehab as they are about the consequences of addiction itself. But, if you are experiencing a pattern of harmful, ongoing drug or alcohol abuse, the most important thing you can do for yourself is to get the care […]

If you are struggling with poor mental health or a diagnosable mental health condition, such as depression, an anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, PTSD, or OCD, mental health professionals have a wide range of different treatment options they can use to help you recover and manage your mental health moving forward. These options include a variety […]

When a person has a dual diagnosis, it means that they have both a substance use disorder (SUD), e.g., drug or alcohol addiction, and a co-occurring mental health disorder, like depression, an anxiety disorder, PTSD, bipolar disorder, or ADHD. Dual diagnoses are very common. In fact, around 50% of people who experience a substance use […]

It can, but not right away. For most people, enjoying the occasional drink in moderation does not kill off any brain cells. Heavy or long-term drinking, however, is another matter.  According to the World Health Organization (WHO), there is no safe amount of alcohol that a person can consume without affecting their health. And the […]