by WestBridge | Jul 7, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Mental Illness, Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
Self-medicating is a term that many people use to describe their use of substances as a way of coping with difficult emotional or mental states. It is not uncommon for those experiencing symptoms of mental health disorders to report that they initially tried to deal...
by WestBridge | Jun 9, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Wellness, WestBridge
World Health Day is on April 7, we’ll be banding together as a global community to focus on some of the most pressing healthcare issues of our time. This year’s theme is a simple one: Beat Diabetes. That diabetes remains a ravenous disease is no great surprise. What...
by WestBridge | May 1, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Mental Illness, Recovery, WestBridge
With the New Year’s resolution quickly approaching, many individuals are entertaining ways in which they might put their health first in 2016—perhaps through eating a more sensible diet, or maintaining a more robust workout schedule. But what about your mental health?...
by WestBridge | Apr 16, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Mental Illness, Wellness, WestBridge
Though the holiday season is heralded as a time of joy and happiness, the truth is that it can be quite difficult and even stressful for those affected by Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Simply put, spending time at family gatherings can sometimes be more harmful than...
by WestBridge | Apr 6, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Recovery, Wellness
Those struggling with mental health and substance use disorders need encouragement, support and understanding; the road to recovery is much tougher when you walk it alone. That is what makes it imperative for friends and family members to be alert to the signs that a...
by Zoomer2012 | Jan 16, 2023 | Mental Health Disorders, Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Wellness, WestBridge
Almost 1 out of 5 Americans live with a mental disorder. Meanwhile, research shows that nearly two-thirds of all people with a diagnosable mental illness do not seek treatment. Lack of knowledge, fear of disclosure, rejection from family, and discrimination are a few...