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Dissociative Disorder and Addiction
If you’ve ever felt absorbed by a really good movie or book and “lost yourself” in it—you have experienced dissociation. Dissociation is when a person…
Dysthymia and Addiction
While most people have heard of depression, a lesser-known type of this mood disorder is called dysthymia. Dysthymia is a form of chronic, low-level depression…
Mood Disorders and Addiction
Mood disorders and addiction are often connected. It’s not always clear what comes first, but many times, people with a mood disorder may self-medicate, leading…
Can Depression Fuel Alcohol Addiction?
Why do we drink? Winding down after a long day of work, in social settings with friends and family, and during times of celebration. But…
The Relationship Between Eating Disorders and Substance Abuse
It may not seem obvious why people struggling with eating disorders would develop an alcohol or drug addiction, but there may be a strong link…
Mind, Body, Soul: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health
When you hear the word “holistic,” what do you think? You may associate it with an organic health food store or barefoot yogis chanting “OM”…