Gateway Foundation

APRIL 18, 2023

Addiction can have an immense impact on your physical health. Depending on the substance and severity, addiction can weaken your immune system and make you more vulnerable to illness, infection, and disease. If you or someone you know is struggling, recognizing how addiction affects health can help you decide when to seek help.

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Social Work Blog

JUNE 1, 2022

Addiction is one route that a social worker can pursue, and it typically requires a Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) certification. So why should students enter the realm of clinical social work in addiction? Well, for one, addiction is serious societal issue. What are Opiates? Getty Images. What are Opiates? Getty Images.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 27, 2023

Depression can lower your mood and impact your ability to complete everyday tasks. Luckily, depression is highly treatable, and there are several ways to improve your mood so you can live a more rewarding, happier life. Break Free From Depression 1. Break Free From Depression 7.

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MQ Mental Health

APRIL 5, 2024

Ahmari investigated what happens in the brain to cause OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) specifically, whether complications in the brain’s circuits may cause symptoms. Dr Susanne Ahmari identified brain activity related to Obsessive behaviours, the first step towards developing new treatments for OCD.Dr

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MQ Mental Health

APRIL 21, 2024

Medical research has shown that running and other forms of exercise can have numerous benefits for mental health, reducing anxiety, depression and sensitivity to stress. In an article earlier this year , we’ve shown you how challenging yourself can truly improve your mental well-being and help tackle mental health conditions and addictions.

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Bipolar Bandit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The main groups of mental disorders are: * Anxiety disorders. Eating disorders ex. Mood disorders ex. depression or bipolar. Personality disorders ex. borderline personality disorder. Psychotic disorders ex. Substance abuse disorders ex. drug addictions. anorexia or bulimia.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 6, 2023

Around 2 million adults in the United States meet the criteria for severe gambling addiction. 8 Reasons Why Gambling Is Dangerous What to Do to Help Yourself or a Loved One Get Help for Gambling Addiction at Gateway 8 Reasons Why Gambling Is Dangerous Pathological gambling can have a severe impact on a person’s well-being.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 10, 2024

Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery. Before beginning treatment, you’ll work with an addiction specialist to determine the best program duration to address your unique needs. How Long Can You Stay in Rehab?

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 31, 2023

Not all addictions are the same, which is true for those struggling with a gambling disorder. It’s important to note that professional gamblers may not develop a full-blown addiction, as addiction often diminishes self-control and rational thinking, leading to more losses than wins.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

JULY 17, 2023

Emotion regulation seems to lie at the heart of mental health and psych opathology – e.g., maladaptive emotion regulation strategies like rumination, avoidance, and suppression appear to be commonly used by patients across several mental disorders. Her main research interests include gaming disorder and internet use disorder.

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Gateway Foundation

JUNE 29, 2022

Growing research has supported the link between attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and substance use disorder. Causes might come down to shared similarities between drug or alcohol addiction and ADHD symptoms. While substance use disorder is complex and chronic, it is treatable. What Is ADHD?

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

She emphasizes that social workers play a critical role in helping people manage their chronic pain, as well as those who may have developed an opioid misuse disorder. The DSM-V notes that pain disorders relate to psychological factors. Always start where the client is, she suggests, and validate their feelings.

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My Brains Not Broken

AUGUST 3, 2023

Whether it’s mental illness or addiction issues. You’ll see a lot of comics at open mics who just rant about their depression and don’t have punchlines, it’s exhausting to sit through. You have been open about living with bipolar disorder. How/Why do you incorporate that into your work?

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 6, 2023

Gambling addiction can significantly impact a person’s life, from their health and finances to their relationships. Practical Ways to Stop Gambling Gambling addiction can affect everyone from teenagers to adults. This disorder’s leading characteristic is an overpowering urge to gamble, no matter the consequences.

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MQ Mental Health

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In fact, a study in 2021-22 found that anxiety and depression rose sharply over December in 2021, and life satisfaction dropped between November and December that year reaching the lowest levels since March during lockdowns. Mental illnesses commonly exacerbated Depression Depression is one of the most commonly diagnosed mental illnesses.

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MQ Mental Health

APRIL 15, 2024

Many are familiar with the term Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and many are now becoming familiar with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our bodies store it. If we ignore long-term stress it can turn into a mental health condition.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 29, 2023

Learning more about psychotic symptoms and signs of addiction can help you or someone you know prevent stimulant-induced psychosis and receive treatment. Failing to address psychosis or addiction can disrupt a person’s work, school, and personal life. Break Free From Addiction What Is Psychosis?

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MQ Mental Health

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Psychotic disorders have a substantial impact on individuals, their families and society. Dr Christian Kieling In 2018, MQ funded the IDEA project (Identifying Depression in Early Adolescence) of which Dr Christian Kieling was one of two principal investigators (along with Professor Valeria Mondelli). Read his full paper here.

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Prosper Health Collective

JULY 2, 2023

Originally designed to support people with Borderline Personality Disorder, DBT can also be used to treat other conditions, like suicidal behaviour, self-harm, substance use, post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and eating disorders, among adolescents and adults. Observe yourself without judgement.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

Daicia Price, recommended that I consider applying for the HRSA SUD program, which provided funding from the federal government’s Health Resources and Services Administration program to students who’d specialize in Substance Use Disorders. I had not imagined myself studying SUD, and hadn’t considered addiction a social justice issue.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Symptoms of the Flu - Fever or feeling feverish/chills, sweats - Cough, chest discomfort - Sore throat - Runny or stuffy nose, sinus congestion - Muscle or body aches - Headaches - Exhaustion - Vomiting and diarrhea Types - Major Depressive Disorder (including w/psychotic features) - Persistent Depressive Disorder (High Functioning Depression) - Postpartum (..)

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Individuals who develop addictions to opioids such as heroin or morphine gradually build tolerance and seek stronger drugs such as tranq to feel the same effects. Respiratory depression: Respiratory depression is when an individual stops breathing , and it’s the main cause of opioid-related deaths.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 3, 2024

Just as it’s your choice to enter addiction treatment, you also have the decision to leave early. The medical team and the addiction specialists at your treatment center cannot hold anyone against their will. Complex Emotions Addiction treatment and therapy can bring up all kinds of complicated emotions.

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Bipolar Bandit

OCTOBER 27, 2021

It is easier with depression. There is no wonder people get addicted, but I feel like with drugs the “withdrawal” or in our case – the inevitable crash into depression, is what makes it “not worth it” for some people. It’s like an addiction. But nothing seemed to compare to the experience I had. At least for me.

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Stop Abuse Campaign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We naturally associate things like drug addiction and the symptoms of psychotic mental illness with danger. Mental illness is common among homeless people, but the most common diagnoses include substance abuse and mood disorders. The ACE study shows that childhood trauma increases the risk of addiction and mental illness.

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Social Workers Speak

MAY 25, 2023

News Items – May 25, 2023 Carmen Reese Foster is a member of NASW-TN: Lack of empathy: Growing anxiety and depression follows wave of activism for Black social workers Milwaukee Independent Since the 2020 racial reckoning, social workers have prided ourselves on working to eliminate social justice disparities. “One is the substance.

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Social Workers Speak

MAY 25, 2023

News Items – May 25, 2023 Carmen Reese Foster is a member of NASW-TN: Lack of empathy: Growing anxiety and depression follows wave of activism for Black social workers Milwaukee Independent Since the 2020 racial reckoning, social workers have prided ourselves on working to eliminate social justice disparities. “One is the substance.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

OCTOBER 22, 2017

Explore the biopsychosocial impact of anxiety, depression and addiction on the individual, learn about the history of drug use. Part of the Addiction Counselor Certification Training and Mental Health Counselor Continuing Education Series

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 29, 2022

When you drink a CAB or mix alcohol and caffeine, you’re combining a central nervous system stimulant — caffeine — with a central nervous system depressant — alcohol. Alcohol can foster dependence on its own, but mixing it with caffeine could increase your potential to develop an addiction.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Intro ~ ADHD is one of the most common psychiatric disorders, with a worldwide prevalence of 5.2 % among children and adolescents, persisting into adulthood in 60–70 % of cases either as a residual or as a full clinical disorder ~ Medications used to treat ADHD such as methylphenidate, amphetamine, and atomoxetine indicate a dopamine/norepinephrine (..)

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Stop Abuse Campaign

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

We naturally associate things like drug addiction and the symptoms of psychotic mental illness with danger. Mental illness is common among homeless people, but the most common diagnoses include substance abuse and mood disorders. The ACE study shows that childhood trauma increases the risk of addiction and mental illness.

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Society of Clinical Psychology

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Over about the last 50 years, clinical research has proven without a doubt that psychotherapy significantly alleviates the symptoms of a wide range of mental illnesses, for example, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, and addictions (Lutz et al., 2006; Zimmermann et al., Clinton, D.,

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Some people may use drinking as a coping mechanism for anxiety or depression, but there are healthier ways to cope. People who aren’t struggling with addiction can use the sober curious approach to change the way they engage in drinking. Alcohol addiction calls for professional help.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

It is vital to understand that relapse does not just mean a return to addictive behaviors, nor does it mean just using. In actuality, a person's thinking patterns and behavior often become problematic long before they start showing symptoms of addiction or depression again.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. We refer to this as a co-occurring disorder. After all, how long will someone stay clean and sober if they are constantly depressed or anxious.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. We refer to this as a co-occurring disorder. After all, how long will someone stay clean and sober if they are constantly depressed or anxious.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. We refer to this as a co-occurring disorder. After all, how long will someone stay clean and sober if they are constantly depressed or anxious.

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