Meth, short for methamphetamine, is a central nervous system stimulant with a high risk of addiction. In addition to the extremely severe side effects and health concerns associated with meth abuse, it is not uncommon to uncover the existence of a co-occurring mental health issue. When there is an underlying mental health diagnosis, a person’s…
If you feel sad or depressed, you’re not alone. Depression is more common than you might think. Many of those who struggle with depression never seek treatment and might not realize that there are treatment options that could help. Although not all feelings of depression qualify as depressive disorder, subthreshold depressive disorders are prevalent throughout…
If you are struggling with feelings of sadness, apathy, or hopelessness, you aren’t alone. Major depressive disorders affect more than three million people in the United States each year. However, depression can be treated, and it’s possible to improve your quality of life. It’s important to know the signs of depression, the correlation between depression…
Seasonal depression, more formally called seasonal affective disorder, is a true type of depression that should not be ignored. It tends to occur when a person feels significant and prolonged sadness. Most often, it occurs during the winter months after the holidays have passed. It can impact the way you see things, feel, and act.…
When it comes to mental health and Thanksgiving, you may be worried. For many people, addiction and mental health disorders can make holidays like this very challenging. People come together to talk and share, but they can also be hurtful. You may be unsure you can handle it. Our team at Serenity Light Recovery offers…
Most people feel sad from time to time. Most of the time, it is brought on by something we experience. It fades away as time goes by. For others, it doesn’t get better. Sometimes you may experience dramatic highs and very low lows. When this happens, you may have major depression. This is a clinical…
The relationship between alcohol and depression is an important one, and unfortunately a common one, as well. But that doesn’t have to be your future. At Serenity Light Recovery, we’re focused on helping all our clients work through and improve their depression while conquering their addiction to alcohol. When you tackle both issues at the same time,…
Mental health issues and alcohol don’t mix well, but depression is an especially tricky beast when it comes to drinking. Many people who struggle with depression and alcohol abuse end up finding themselves on a downward spiral. Let’s take a look at how depression and alcohol can cause serious problems when combined. Depression and Alcohol…