The idea of people using drugs to self-medicate symptoms of mental illness is not new. They may turn to drugs for euphoric feelings that offset feelings of depression or use alcohol to make themselves feel less anxious in social situations. However, drugs do more than worsen the side effects of mental illness. The changes caused…
The coronavirus, novel coronavirus, or COVID-19 all refer to a highly infectious disease that is spreading around the world. For many men and women, this disease is rightful terrifying. You may have older family members or those with compromised immune systems at high risk. You’re worried about your job as the economy struggles. These are…
It’s hard to know when we’re showing concern or overstepping our bounds. But it’s hard to sit back and do nothing when you notice that someone you care about appears to be suffering. It may get to the point where you ask yourself, “Is my loved one struggling with depression?” One reason it can be…
Recently, stock market fluctuations, national-level quarantines, and lost work has led to many people experiencing more anxiety than ever. The imposed isolation in several cities also makes it difficult for people who feel anxious to go out and get help or find ways to ease their loneliness. Even in these uncertain times, you can still…
Most people likely know the term OCD, yet likely do not know what the condition is, or the symptoms of it. What is OCD? What are the symptoms of the disorder? These are some questions that people often have about obsessive-compulsive disorder. Oceanfront Recovery helps with addressing OCD and other mental health disorders. What is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?…
Mental illness affects millions of people across the U.S. Yet, many people do not reach out for treatment, have limited access to treatment, or do not realize that they need treatment. When a person receives treatment, it does not mean that the person is cured of their mental health disorder. There are ways to help…
We all know, often from direct experience, that drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes seem to go hand in hand. There is now scientific evidence that offers an explanation for this connection. Apparently smoking really does help you to be able to drink more! Join us as we look into a new study explains link between…
Counseling has been around for a while, and there are many different types. When treating issues that involve the mind and body, you can take a mind-based approach, a medical-based approach, or a combination of both. Psychiatrists, for example, can prescribe medicine and often do in conjunction with any therapy they provide their patients. Psychotherapy…
When you need individual addiction care that’s right for you, come to us at Oceanfront Recovery. We offer a small and intimate setting for your treatment, so you can get the support and treatment you really need to get better. We know that there are certain treatments that work. But we also know that everyone…
If you find yourself stressed out often, it might be time to try some stress management techniques. Using these techniques can come in handy and help avoid further stress that can lead to health problems, addiction relapses, or even relationship issues. Some Helpful Info About Stress To combat stress, it helps to understand it a…