Involuntary treatment, also known as involuntary commitment or civil commitment, is a legal process that allows individuals with serious mental health or substance use disorders to be treated without their consent. While this approach may seem extreme, it is sometimes deemed necessary to protect the safety and well-being of the individual or others. The decision […]
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Navigating mental health during recovery is a journey that involves understanding various aspects of your emotional and psychological well-being. Recovery is not a linear process; it can be filled with ups and downs, making it crucial for you to grasp what mental health means in this context. It encompasses how you think, feel, and act,
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Like many people who struggle with substance abuse, you may be beating yourself up for your inability to break your addiction “cold turkey”. After all, the decision to start using drugs is easy. Choosing to stop using, however, can be plagued by feelings of anxiety, self-doubt, guilt, shame, and failure. For some people, even enrolling
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On average, a person aged 18 years drinks approximately 6 liters of alcohol per year in the United States. Interestingly, alcohol consumption is allowed to adults—excessive drinking of alcohol results in addiction and substance abuse. When you are addicted, you may have a mental illness. However, there are treatment and correction centers that can help
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