by WestBridge | Aug 26, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Wellness
American troops have been actively entrenched in battle for well over a decade, and the effects are taking their toll on generations of individuals, spouses, and families in ways that are often visible, but just as often, not visible. It’s these invisible scars of...
by WestBridge | Aug 16, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Recovery, Wellness, WestBridge
Stress is the catch-all word for any time we’re overwhelmed or over-worked. Factors that cause people stress are money, relationships, jobs, family responsibilities, and worries about these or other aspects of life. The effects of stress shouldn’t be underestimated,...
by WestBridge | Aug 6, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, Wellness, WestBridge
People with serious mental illness die 25 years earlier than the average person, and the reasons are largely preventable. Here we focus on physical activity and fitness in those with mental illness. According to a report published by the National Association of State...
by Zoomer2012 | Aug 6, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can affect anyone who witnesses or personally experiences one or more traumatic events in their lives. Often we are more aware of the disorder in relation to soldiers’ return from combat. The PTSD Foundation of America says that...
by WestBridge | Aug 1, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
We’ve all heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Our nurses and chefs stress the importance of eating breakfast by pointing out the benefits and concerns if you skip out. A hearty breakfast provides the energy boost to start the day with...
by WestBridge | Jul 26, 2022 | Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders, WestBridge
College can be a difficult and emotional transition for young adults. It’s a new social scene, there’s high academic pressure, and for many, it’s the first time away from home. Increased emotions of starting college typically pass within a few days or a couple of...
