Wellbutrin withdrawal is the set of symptoms that occur when a person reduces or stops taking Wellbutrin. According to Andrew A. et al., in their 2022 study titled Bupropion Toxicity and published in the National Library of Medicine, In a retrospective analysis of 30,026 adolescent overdoses, bupropion overdose was associated with increased risk of death…
Trauma and addiction are complex issues that are deeply connected. Although not everyone who experiences trauma will develop a substance use disorder, many people struggling with different types of addictions do have a history of trauma, especially childhood trauma. Many leading addiction experts have concluded that addiction treatment must be trauma-informed to properly address the…
Recovering from a substance use addiction is a complex process. Although relapse is a common occurrence with a reported relapse rate of 40-60%, it is not the end of someone’s recovery journey – if anything, it can often be a stepping stone to greater healing and self-compassion. It is important to recognize that relapse can…
“What mental health needs is more sunlight, more candor, and more unashamed conversation.” — Glenn Close May is Mental Health Awareness Month! According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), one out of every five individuals has or is experiencing symptoms of mental illness. While some of us may be more vulnerable than…
Even though OCD is uncommon compared to other related disorders, it may cause severe impairment and significantly impact an individual’s social functioning. OCD has been linked to higher-than-average drug or alcohol addiction rates, which can negatively influence the disorder’s prognosis. Individuals who abuse alcohol or drugs may have more severe symptoms; they’re more prone to…
Anxiety disorders can have negative emotional and behavioral consequences. They can become crippling at times, preventing you from completing the most basic tasks. Millions of people suffer from anxiety, and some will need medication to control it. Extreme cases may involve panic attacks which cause the sufferer to disassociate. They must remove themselves from any…
International Self-Care Day (ISD) is celebrated annually on July 24. July 24 was chosen as the date to emphasize the importance of 24/7 self-care. July is the 7th month on the calendar. The goal of the day is to celebrate the 24 hours a day, seven days a week benefits of practicing self-care. The day…
If you suffer from depression and a substance use disorder, you need a reliable mental health treatment center to treat both of your conditions. Many patients with co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders choose to enroll in our inpatient mental health facility. As a result, they are able to address their issues in a supervised, secure…
When women experience trauma, it can cause serious psychological challenges. Sometimes, the effects of living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can cause women to turn to alcohol or drugs in an attempt to numb the pain of unwanted memories. At Ethan Crossing of Springfield, we have an innovative PTSD treatment program designed to help women…
Recognizing the need for mental health counseling is a big step in the right direction. If you’re looking for a mental health inpatient facility, you should find a center that offers a supportive, safe environment where you can heal. At Ethan Crossing in Ohio, we offer a comprehensive treatment program with modern amenities and therapies…
