Personality disorders are mental health conditions that affect how people view themselves and interact with the world. Those with personality disorders often act impulsively and struggle with understanding emotions and managing distress. The ten types of personality disorders are grouped into clusters based on shared traits. Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD), part of cluster B, is […]
The attachment we form with primary caregivers in early childhood shapes our worldviews and relationships. This perspective influences our thoughts, behaviors, social interactions, and connections throughout life. Children with an anxious avoidant attachment style often develop anxiety disorders and struggle with intimacy and commitment in adulthood.If you’re facing anxiety and difficulties in relationships, our anxiety
It is often mistakenly believed that it’s easy to identify someone struggling with addiction, especially with heroin. Many individuals with heroin addiction don’t fit the media stereotype of being disheveled, jobless, or visibly high. In reality, most people facing addiction, including heroin, are high-functioning, meaning their substance abuse usually doesn’t disrupt their daily lives.However, high-functioning
Drinking has long been glorified in pop culture, especially in TV and movies. Recently, social media has fueled the rise of “wine mom culture,” portraying alcohol, particularly wine, as a necessary survival tool for moms and a reward for their hard work. However, women are more susceptible to the long-term effects of alcohol abuse and
As social beings, meaningful connections and healthy relationships are vital for our well-being, so the rising rates of reported loneliness concern mental health professionals. Loneliness, a feeling of isolation or disconnection, is something everyone experiences occasionally, but chronic loneliness can significantly affect our mental and physical health.While loneliness and depression are distinct, they’re closely linked
Most people know that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing trauma. What’s less known is that PTSD can emerge years later or from indirect exposure to trauma. Many individuals with PTSD are unaware they have it or why—they feel something is wrong and often turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with their
Drinking is a popular pastime in the United States and has long been seen as safe in moderation. However, most people don’t adhere to recommended drinking guidelines. Research shows that any amount of alcohol poses health risks, and while more studies are needed to determine safe levels, the dangers of long-term alcohol abuse are evident.Alcohol
Millions of Americans of all ages struggle with an unhealthy relationship with alcohol. Those with alcohol use disorder (AUD) often isolate themselves to avoid judgment, leading to loneliness and relationship issues. Many deny their drinking and its effects, while others see it as problematic but can’t envision life without it. Stigma and fear are common
Painkiller abuse is a significant public health crisis that devastates individuals, families, and communities. While prescription painkillers serve an essential role in healthcare, their downfall is their potential for abuse and addiction. In fact, for many, a prescription for painkillers unwittingly becomes a gateway to opioid use disorder (OUD). Typically, taking prescription painkillers precisely as prescribed
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid pain reliever 100 times more potent than morphine and 50 times stronger than heroin. It is used to treat severe pain following surgeries, in treating cancer, or when other prescription painkillers are no longer adequate for chronic pain. Fentanyl activates opioid receptors throughout the body to block pain signals and
