Stages of Alcoholism
Unlike many drug addictions, alcohol use disorder is a diagnosis that can be concealed for some time. Because this substance is legal and frequently consumed in social settings, it...
17Mar
Are Inhalants Addictive?
While many parents express concerns about their children using alcohol, marijuana, or cocaine, few think about a danger hidden in plain sight. As we prepare for National Inhalants &...
26Feb
The Difference Between Cyclothymia and Bipolar Disorder
Addiction is a condition that frequently co-occurs with mood disorders like depression, seasonal affective disorder, and bipolar disorder. These dual diagnoses have been thoroughly documented. However, of the mood...
16Feb
The Science Behind Random Acts of Kindness
Each February 17th, we celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Day. On this occasion, you are encouraged to #ExploreTheGood and #MakeKindnessTheNorm by doing something charitable for friends, family, and strangers. You...
10Feb
Delayed-Onset PTSD: Signs and Symptoms
You’re probably familiar with post-traumatic stress disorder. Often abbreviated as PTSD, this condition is diagnosed when a person experiences a set of symptoms for at least a month after...
03Feb
How to Repair a Family Rift Caused by Addiction
How Do You Address a Family Rift After Treatment? Addiction is a disease that affects the entire family – not just one person. When someone develops a chemical dependency, their priorities...
01Feb
Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers to Begin Search for New Medical Director
Dr. Terry Rogers, MD is retiring as Medical Director of Lakeside-Milam Recovery Centers after 19 years. Dr. Terry Rogers to retire after 19 years of service. Dr. Terry Rogers, Medical Director...
28Jan
5 Ways to Become More Resilient and Manage Stress
Throughout our lives, we have dealt with trauma, heartache, bad luck, and addiction, learning one key lesson along the way: resilience. This quality is described as a mental toughness....
20Jan
Alaskans at Higher Risk for Seasonal Affective Disorder & Addiction
Winter is the longest season in the state of Alaska. Above the Arctic Circle, the amount of daylight becomes variable. Depending on your location, temperatures may reach -50ºF and...
