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Seasonal Depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

By Phil Kosanovich on December 6, 2022

Seasonal depression, also known as seasonal affective disorder (SAD), is a type of depression. It gets its name from its seasonal nature. This mental health condition affects people during particular seasons of the year. When it occurs during the colder months some people may be tempted to downplay it as the ‘winter blues’. However, seasonal […]

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How to Help a Depressed Spouse

By Phil Kosanovich on December 1, 2022

Nothing hurts like knowing our loved ones are not doing well, but always keep in mind that there are clear ways to support them. Whether they’re in treatment already or you’re looking for ways to help them towards care, here’s how to help a depressed spouse. Recognizing a Depressed Spouse: Symptoms of Depression Depression is […]

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Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers Orange County

By Phil Kosanovich on November 28, 2022

Living with addiction and a co-occurring mental health disorder can be tough. Co-occurring disorders can drive substance abuse and make it more difficult to engage in certain types of treatment. If you have a co-occurring disorder, you’re not alone. Almost half of all people with substance use disorders may have a dual diagnosis. The good […]

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How to Help Your Partner With Depression

By Phil Kosanovich on November 22, 2022

Depression can impact the lives of not only the person experiencing it but also those around them. This is especially true when it comes to romantic partners, with mental illness commonly putting a strain on the connection and communication between them. However, understanding more about a loved one’s condition and knowing how you help can […]

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Signs of Fentanyl Overdose

By Phil Kosanovich on November 17, 2022

Without treatment, a person who abuses the drug Fentanyl or its derivatives faces a range of adverse consequences. Overdose is one of them, and even a fraction of this potent drug could lead to it. What Is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid, which has two different forms: pharmaceutical fentanyl and illicitly manufactured fentanyl. The […]

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Depression and Alcohol

By Phil Kosanovich on November 15, 2022

Living with both depression and an alcohol use disorder can be extremely tough – but it is not unusual. Many people struggling with alcohol abuse or alcohol dependence also have another co-occurring mental health disorder which can be a driving force behind addictive behavior. This blog explores the relationship between depression and alcohol and how […]

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Alcohol and Mental Illness

By Phil Kosanovich on November 10, 2022

There is a two-way relationship between alcohol consumption and mental disorders. Alcohol use is often used to cope with mental health issues but can also cause mental health issues to develop. This creates a vicious cycle where you drink alcohol to ease mental health symptoms, which causes your symptoms to worsen so that you drink […]

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How to Ask for Help with Depression

By Phil Kosanovich on November 8, 2022

Some of us are made aware of mental health problems and realize when we need to seek help. But many of us are not able to gather the strength to tell our loved ones that we are depressed, or ask for professional help with our depression. Luckily, there are some ways to make asking for […]

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Fentanyl and alcohol abuse

Fentanyl Addiction: Signs Someone is Addicted to Fentanyl

Klonopin Addiction and Abuse

How Does Rehabilitation Help Drug Addicts?

Seasonal Depression (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

How to Help a Depressed Spouse

Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers Orange County

How to Help Your Partner With Depression

Signs of Fentanyl Overdose

Depression and Alcohol

Alcohol and Mental Illness

How to Ask for Help with Depression