The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the mental health of individuals across the globe, especially young adults. Young adults are at a stage in their lives where they are making
Trauma is an experience that can leave a deep imprint on an individual’s mind and body, often leading to a range of negative emotional, physical, and psychological symptoms. While traditional
Over the last 50 years humanity has had to come to grips with a reality which has been present throughout our history, but only recently acknowledged. For centuries those who
If you’re in an abusive relationship, the best possible course of action is to leave your abuser. Despite this seeming like an obvious solution, it can often seem impossible for
If you’re struggling with healing from PTSD or complex trauma, know that you’re not alone. Many people have experienced complex trauma and gone on to lead healthy, fulfilling lives. There
Dating someone with depression can be difficult. You may not know how to best support your partner or what to do when things get tough. You are likely struggling with
The COVID-19 pandemic was unexpected, and for many, the effects have been significant. Whether the pandemic has affected you financially, physically, mentally, socially, or all of the above, research shows
Childhood trauma is common, with more than two-thirds of children reporting at least one traumatic event by the time they are sixteen. Although there are many childhood trauma causes, ranging
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a revolutionary form of psychotherapy that has been shown to be effective in treating PTSD and other mental diseases. Accelerated Resolution Therapy, as the name
Separation anxiety is a normal stage of development for infants and toddlers. However, most children outgrow this stage by the age of 3. When symptoms persist, this may be a
Updated May 2024 By: Sara Sorenson, LCMHC Let’s be real, talking about depression can be scary. Tapping into our vulnerable side and sharing with others about such a personal issue
Childhood trauma is a medical, psychosocial, and public policy issue that causes immense consequences for both victims and society. After all, according to the latest data available, almost 12,206,239 children
In the United States, an estimated 17.3 million people experience depression each year. Although depression has a major impact on your health and quality of life, it also affects brain
In recent years, the concept of nutritional psychiatry has gained momentum — particularly concerning the brain-gut connection. Your brain works 24/7, requiring a constant supply of fuel. However, not all
Sometimes referred to as manic-depressive disorder, bipolar disorder is characterized by significant shifts in energy and mood patterns. Affecting approximately 2.8% of U.S. adults each year, impairment can be moderate
One of the most common questions we receive in admissions is “Do you work with both mental health and substance use?” The answer to that is “yes.” Then the follow
Seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, is a form of recurrent depression that impacts approximately 10 million Americans per year. An additional 10 to 20 percent experience mild symptoms. SAD is
The world wide pandemic we are currently experiencing has created depression and anxiety and sometimes addiction to unhealthy habits for many people, as well as added more for those who
Updated on May 2024 by: Cheryl Kehl, LCSW Years of research have shown the hefty damage drugs can cause to the body and brain. While all drugs have short-term effects,
Corner Canyon Health Centers offers the SGB shot to clients who struggle with PTSD symptoms. A recent Veteran’s Administration study demonstrates efficacy of a long acting anesthetic injected into
Paying for Treatment When considering a drug and alcohol addiction program, payment is often one of the main topics of concern. The cost of rehabilitation can feel like it’s out
Addiction can happen to anyone from any background, social status, race, or gender. However, it is scientifically proven that many people have higher risk factors for substance abuse and addiction
Many treatment centers are now including Experiential Therapy in their addiction recovery programs, and there are many benefits to this particular kind of therapy. What exactly is experiential therapy, and
And HACKS ‘an appropriate application of ingenuity’, to Help Quickly Many people’s routines, which normally might have built-in self-care like the gym, healthy meals at work or school, and regular
“We can all help prevent suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved
Entering an inpatient alcohol treatment center is a powerful yet challenging first step in overcoming alcohol addiction. Entering treatment is usually not easy for a variety of reasons. One aspect
Getting sober is hard work. A person’s lifestyle and mindset need to change, and they must be determined throughout the process and maintain a positive attitude to see success in
Admitting you have a problem with drugs or alcohol takes a lot of courage and strength. It is also the first step to recovery. Acknowledging you have a substance abuse
Unfortunately, addiction has touched and will continue to touch many lives. Addiction not only affects the addict but has a ripple effect through the lives of their loved ones as
Discussing mental health in any setting can be difficult, but it is even harder in the workplace. However, when nearly 1 in 5 adults (44.7 million) 18 years or older
“We can all help prevent suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved
For years there has been debate regarding the short and long term effects of marijuana. Many argue that marijuana is safe due to the fact that marijuana withdrawals are not
People seem to think that if someone says they are depressed, it just means that they are simply sad. Unfortunately, sometimes it may take having depression to truly understand what
It can be very painful to revisit a traumatic memory. Many are afraid to talk about them in fear of reliving the same pain that you felt when it felt
A spouse having depression can put a strain on your marriage. It is hard to have a husband or a wife who often critical, unhappy, or negative. It is important
Going through tragedies such as a sudden death, sexual assault, surviving a war or terrorist attack, a shooting, a disaster, and others can bring about depression. It can make you
Many people become depressed because they feel like they do not fit in anywhere. They can have black and white thinking in that if they do not have any friends
We commonly associate addiction with dependence on drugs and alcohol, but as addicts we know that any substance or behavior can become addictive for us. We can use anything to
As we’re working to heal, one of the best things we can do for ourselves is change our limiting beliefs around our addictions, our ability to heal and our identity
Alcohol and drug use are rampant in our culture, and overusing and abusing them are popularized and glamorized every day by our mainstream media and entertainment outlets. Young people are
Support groups are well known for helping us cope with our addictions and mental health issues. Family members can also benefit tremendously from attending support groups, and there are ones
We most often associate treatment centers with treating addiction, but we often don’t realize that there are treatment programs specifically designed for our depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
When we start to analyze ourselves and our addictions more closely, we’re able to gain more understanding around what purposes our addictions were serving in our lives. This process can
Through our recovery work, we learn that being judgmental with ourselves and down on ourselves only makes us feel worse about ourselves and more insecure, causing us to be more
A powerful way of healing from our addictions is to examine what purposes our drugs of choice were serving so that we can find healthy replacements for them. Very often
Mental health issues are often referred to as co-occurring disorders that manifest alongside our addictions. How do the two illnesses affect us similarly? What are some of the symptoms and
When we’re living with addiction and mental illness, we’re often not conscious of the deeply rooted issues at the core of our mental and emotional challenges. We know we’re in
Making the commitment to get treatment for addiction is a huge step in the recovery process. It can be very difficult to acknowledge you have a problem with drugs and
“We can all help prevent suicide. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved
Addiction is complicated and recovery can seem out of reach for a person struggling with it. Recovery is a life-long process and you will face many challenges and obstacles in
Treatment for addiction can be tailored to your individual needs. The length and type of treatment depend on the severity and duration of the drug or alcohol addiction, the type
Tips from the staff at Corner Canyon Health Centers 1) Be proactive: make plans, don’t sit around and wait; take control of your schedule and fill your time and find
As a trauma-informed addiction treatment center in Utah, approaching anxious parents with empathy and compassion is essential to the work we do at Corner Canyon Health Centers. Heather R. Hayes,
