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Many individuals who struggle with alcohol abuse also deal with mental health issues. While everyone has times in their lives when they feel sad, worried, or lonely, some people experience persistent periods of sadness known as depression. Furthermore, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, about 7% of adults in the U.S. experienced a…
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In the United States, alcohol is legal, widely available, and culturally acceptable. For these reasons, many people who are struggling with an addiction to alcohol might not think that they have a problem with alcohol abuse. However, addiction to alcohol, also known as alcoholism, is incredibly common. Alcohol abuse statistics can show you how serious…
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Depression is a mental health condition that can dramatically impact every part of a woman’s life. It can make it more difficult to complete day to day responsibilities, and make a woman feel like she has little or no worth. If you’ve found yourself asking, “Is my loved one struggling with depression?” we can help.…
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Noticing the clear signs of drug use can be challenging, but this is one of the first steps to getting help for yourself or someone you love. Therefore, it is essential to understand what the symptoms of drug addiction are and how to recognize the behavioral, psychological, and physical aspects. At Crossroads Maine, we know…
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COVID-19 has paralyzed daily life, with millions engaging in social distancing. Many sectors of the economy have suspended operations, including sports, travel, and restaurants. Large parts of the American workforce are working from home. With social distancing, addiction treatment and eating disorder therapy can be complicated. However, Crossroads Maine is still offering treatment through our…
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Addiction and Your Physical Health As addiction progresses, it results in significant changes to your brain chemistry, behavior, mood, and health. Because addiction and your physical health are strongly connected, having a substance abuse disorder can weaken your immune system, increase your risk of contracting viruses like COVID-19, and can cause organ damage. Substance abuse…
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Eating disorders affect more than 30 million people in the US and have the highest mortality rate of any mental illness in America, killing one person every hour. Once they’re identified, they need to be treated quickly, efficiently, and with great care. The two most common eating disorders are anorexia and bulimia. Much like anxiety…
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If you’re worried that you may be depressed, you’re not alone. Depression is one of the most common mental health issues facing Americans today. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), more than 17.3 million adults in the US suffered from a major depressive episode in 2017. That’s more than 7 percent of…
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A dual diagnosis program is an integral part of many drug and alcohol recovery treatment centers. But unless you’re a health care professional, this may be the first time you’ve heard the term. Despite not being widely known, dual diagnosis is a common issue among substance abuse patients. In fact, acknowledging the need for dual…
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If you or someone you love has been struggling with an eating disorder, you have several choices to make. The first choice is the most crucial, and it involves whether to get treatment. And we should begin by saying that you must do so. Strong evidence indicates that people who do not get professional treatment…
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