Now that it is summer, many are looking forward to the sunshine and the change in routine. However, for those individuals who are dealing with depression and a substance use disorder, this season can bring about a unique set of challenges. If you or someone close to you is battling depression while also struggling with…
Summer is here, and while many enjoy the sunny days and relaxed schedules, it can be challenging for those individuals who struggle with anxiety and addiction. If you have a loved one grappling with these conditions, your support can make a significant difference. New Bridge Foundation® provides affordable, leading-edge addiction and behavioral health treatment for…
Millions of American struggle with alcohol use disorder. However, few understand the complicated relationship between alcohol abuse and the mental health conditions that so often underpin and fuel addiction. Primary among these is depression, and whether diagnosed or not, many individuals struggling with alcohol addiction unknowingly attempt to self-medicate their depression with alcohol. If you…
Do you drink to calm your nerves? To wind down after a stressful day? If so, you’re not alone. It’s common for people with anxiety disorders to self-medicate with alcohol. According to many sources, up to a third of people with anxiety disorders also have alcohol use disorders. While drinking alcohol may temporarily relieve anxiety,…
There is a strong link between mental health and substance use disorders. While it cannot be said that one directly causes the other, the fact is that they frequently occur together and feed off of one another. Co-occurring disorder treatment refers to the practice of simultaneously treating the two. It is common for individuals with…
Veterans often face a host of challenges when adjusting to civilian life. Many veterans struggle due to a lack of mental health support, physical disabilities, or as a result of the trauma they may have experienced during service. These struggles can put veterans at significant risk of developing a substance use disorder. When combined with…
As many of you may already know, post-traumatic growth (PTG) is a theory that explores the growth and transformation that can happen following trauma. Developed in the mid 1990’s by Richard Tedeschi, PhD, and Lawrence Calhoun, PhD, the theory purports that people who endure psychological struggle following adversity and trauma can often see positive growth afterward. According…
Addressing the mental health of veterans and active-duty military personnel has never been more important. The stresses of military service frequently put unique pressures on members of the military especially for those who may have been exposed to combat. These pressures and experiences may lead to struggles with mental health issues, including PTSD. Consequently, active-duty…
Addiction can be isolating and lonely. While group counseling can initially be intimidating, it often proves to be a valuable treatment option. Group counseling is the treatment modality of choice for individuals with substance abuse problems and is among the counseling services offered at New Bridge Foundation®. In group counseling, individuals can share and grow…
Despite the fact that the specific issues and the physiological effects of substance use disorders impact women differently than men, behavioral health services, have rarely taken sex and gender differences into account. In order to address this and improve treatment services for women, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA) developed a treatment…