depression Archives | Amethyst Recovery Center

How Are Depression and Alcoholism Connected?

by newamethyst | Aug 30, 2019 | Health & Wellness

What Classifies As Depression? There is still a lot of misinformation regarding what is and what isn’t depression. Because of this, many people suffering from a depressive disorder might never be diagnosed, which is an issue as bad as it would be with any...

Going Through the Recovery Process Multiple Times

by Justin Kunst | May 5, 2018 | Addiction, Health & Wellness, Intervention, Uncategorized

The drug and alcohol recovery process works in steps. First, an addict will realize that their substance abuse has become an issue. Then, they will look into treatment options and take note of which ones they like. After choosing, even though treatment programs vary...

Rehab Facilities Near Me: Why They're So Beneficial

by Justin Kunst | May 5, 2018 | Recovery

I have had many loved ones now go through substance abuse rehab. Their mental health needed a huge check and inpatient treatment was the way to do that. Looking for a rehab facility was easier than they realized, they found amazing options close to home. While it...

Seeking Treatment for Major Depressive Disorder: Why Addicts Self-Medicate

by Justin Kunst | Apr 30, 2018 | Recovery

There are many misconceptions about addiction. One of them is that it is always a choice. Mental health plays a huge factor in the forming of serious addiction. The American Psychiatric Association classifies addiction as a complex condition. Major depressive disorder...

Finding Peace and Serenity in Your Addiction Recovery Process

by Justin Kunst | Apr 27, 2018 | Recovery

It is natural to be uncomfortable when you first come to your addiction recovery center. Treatment facilities are intimidating. You’re in a new place. You’re being constantly monitored. You have no social media and no internet. You’re put in the position to think...

« Older Entries

The Benefits and Drawbacks of a Harm Reduction Model

Jan 15, 2021

What Is Harm Reduction? In the case of substance abuse, harm reduction is a proactive approach to making drug use—both legal and illegal—as safe as possible. These practices address broad social and health issues. Harm reduction is a concept that can be applied to any...

How Being Organized Can Help Life In Recovery

Jan 7, 2021

Marie Kondo’s Netflix may have caused the latest decluttering fad, but psychologists have long known the benefits of tidiness and the positive impact it can have on the lives of recovering addicts. With nothing to lose (but everything to gain), here are 3 major ways...

Causes & Signs of Alcohol Poisoning

Dec 31, 2020

Despite being a legal substance, alcohol is very much a drug—and one that has very real and potentially fatal consequences. Alcohol poisoning is the most severe side effect of intoxication that can occur. The CDC estimates that it results in an average of 2,200 deaths...