Paranoia is one of the most common symptoms of schizophrenia, affecting a majority of people living with this condition. Paranoia can come and go, or it can be a constant struggle. It is important to understand that feeling paranoid is not a sign that you are crazy. It is actually an understandable reaction to what …
People pleasing and trauma may not immediately seem to be connected, but for many, they are. We can respond to traumatic events in a lot of different ways, and if the techniques we use to manage them are successful, at least in the short term, they can become patterns.There are four primary ways to confront …
The ups and downs of bipolar disorder can be challenging to manage. But with the right skills, you can get through manic episodes feeling more balanced. Enroll in a bipolar disorder treatment program to learn how to manage your condition to improve your quality of life.When you choose mental health treatment at Promises Five Palms, …
It’s common for people to consume alcohol when they get together to enjoy each other’s company. However, some people go beyond having a glass of wine or two at dinner. They find themselves continuing to drink to excess, sometimes for hours. That leaves them vulnerable when it comes to their physical, mental, and emotional health. …
Mental health treatment centers understand the importance of dealing with and healing trauma. Things that happened years or even decades ago can have a continuing influence if they’re not addressed and can keep you from moving forward and meeting your goals. Sometimes it’s easy to connect your current challenges to a past event or ongoing …
Many people struggling with the disease of addiction never get help. Unfortunately, these people either end up losing their lives or having their lifetime stolen by the disease, often spending their days confined in jail cells or institutions. With the help of Promises Five Palms mental health treatment program, 12-step programs, and other recovery tools …
Self-soothing techniques have been used for as long as human beings have been on earth. Many of these techniques are employed unconsciously, without the user knowing that they are doing so. These techniques are designed, in essence, to calm the self. Some self-soothing techniques, such as biting one’s nails or crossing their arms, are an …
Problems at home can do a great deal of harm outside of the home. Whether it’s trouble with kids, trouble with parents, or both, issues at home can corrupt what is supposed to be a haven from the outside world and the public. Family isn’t always easy, and if one were to be completely honest …
A dual diagnosis refers to having a substance use disorder and a mental health condition at the same time. If you have a drug or alcohol addiction and struggle with your mental health, dual diagnosis treatment programs to deal with dual diagnosis symptoms are often the most effective option to recover from both conditions. To experience …
Heroin is a dangerous opioid drug that can lead to addiction and other health problems. This potent drug is most commonly injected but may also be snorted or smoked. Heroin abuse has been on the rise for decades and is often sought out when people are unable to obtain more prescription opioids to fulfill their …
