Manic episodes can disrupt your life. They can even become dangerous, leading you into impulsive, violent, or self-harming behavior. Here’s how to identify a bipolar manic episode and when to seek bipolar disorder treatment. Are you noticing signs of a manic episode? Reach out to us at Georgetown Behavioral Hospital for treatment. What Is a...Read More
Panic attacks can be terrifying. If you have them regularly, you might fear having one in a public place or while driving. For this reason and many others, panic disorder can drastically affect your quality of life and fill you with anxiety every day. Here’s how to handle a panic attack, what to do after...Read More
Experiencing a mental health crisis can be traumatic – both for you and your loved ones. When you return home after receiving mental health treatment, you may feel scared and uncomfortable. For many people, returning back to your home and job can be so difficult that you don’t even know how to talk about it...Read More
Alcohol or drug detox at home can seem like a good idea at first. Unfortunately, there are many dangers of detoxing from alcohol at home or going through the distress of at-home detox from drugs. In both cases, cold turkey detox at home tends to be extremely ineffective and even dangerous. Being in a top-rated...Read More
If you or a loved one is asking, “Why am I hallucinating?” you need answers as soon as possible. The onset of hallucinations can be very frightening and potentially dangerous. Unless you know the cause, you do not know whether it is a mental health disorder, a physical condition, or the effects of drug use....Read More
Although you may notice a lot of negative perceptions surrounding inpatient care mental health hospitalization, the truth is very much different from the stigma. What is inpatient mental health treatment like in reality? Mental health treatment at an outstanding facility can provide the effective treatments you need to improve your daily life and move toward...Read More
Choosing between going to detox, rehab, or both can make all the difference in your recovery. Many people believe that they only need to attend one, even though addiction treatment centers usually suggest that people attend both. Knowing the benefits of detox, rehab, and other types of addiction treatment and how they work together can...Read More
When you’re ready to quit using opiates, the idea of opiate detox can feel daunting. This is often because of fear of withdrawals which will occur if your body is accustomed to opioid use, and they are stopped suddenly. However, it is important to remember that withdrawals are temporary, and recovery can last forever. Knowing...Read More
So much attention has focused on the consequences of substance use, the growing overdose rate, and the opioid crisis. However, there is also plenty of good news, particularly with regard to addiction recovery services. Focusing on the harsh consequences of substance use disorders hides the surprising fact that addiction is a highly treatable, manageable condition...Read More
Choosing the right mental health treatment center near you is an important first step in working towards recovery. Behavioral health treatment programs can help you to manage your symptoms, improve your quality of life, and provide valuable coping skills that can last a lifetime. And perhaps most importantly, mental health care centers can give you...Read More
