While addiction falls under the umbrella of mental health disorders, there is no avoiding the fact that it severely impacts the body as well as the brain. Drugs and alcohol can cause damage to multiple essential systems, from the heart and blood vessels to the liver, pancreas and kidneys. Individuals who struggle with addiction are also known to neglect their health and wellness as they become completely focused on the
As the year begins to fade and a new one draws near, we often worry about what we have completed but end up focusing on what we have not. We didn’t get the grade we wanted in that class we took. We didn’t get the promotion we had hoped for. We didn’t check off each and every goal we made for ourselves at the beginning of the year. But, what
“Mindfulness is not designed to take you away from the difficulties in your life, but to help you accommodate them more comfortably,” Planet Mindful reminds their readers in an article titled, “Learning to live with yourself.” We’ll reiterate that because it is just so extremely important: mindfulness doesn’t take away your problems, it helps you deal with them. If you’re going into mindfulness thinking you will be absolved of your problems, you’re
Stress is a tricky thing that we all deal with, especially during this time of year. There’s the hustle-bustle of the holiday season, then the stresses that the new year brings. During the holiday season, we struggle to get the family together and have a good time. We stress about these things more then we should. Then, once it’s over, there’s a vast, empty void. We try to fill that
Exercise has fantastic benefits for your mind and body. You don’t have to push yourself to your limits to see results, either. Simple exercises can have monumental results when it comes to reducing anxiety. Besides reducing anxiety, exercise can be beneficial in reducing stress and fatigue, while improving cognitive functioning. Exercise can be so beneficial because of the endorphins that are released during physical activities. Here are two different walking
Everyone has negative thoughts. Not everyone knows how to manage these negative thoughts, however. Managing negative thoughts is an essential part of maintaining your mental health. Pinnacle Recovery wants to help you learn how to manage your negative thoughts so you can live an even better life. Read on below to learn more. Check for evidence When you have a negative thought, the first thing you should do is check
Empathy is a trait that not everyone has. Having empathy means understanding the feelings of others and being able to share their feelings. Empaths are often highly sensitive people. They feel many things, and they feel them deeply. Highly sensitive people, according to Lauren Steward, says that many empaths are introverts. Stewart, a therapist who practices with highly sensitive people, tells Planet Mindful that empaths tend to get overwhelmed easily,
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a well-known type of talk therapy that can be beneficial for those with mental illnesses or substance use disorders. The goal of CBT is to help the individual understand how their thoughts impact their actions. There are three pillars of CBT, which are identification, recognition, and management. Read more below to learn more about the three pillars of CBT. Identification The first pillar of CBT
A few days ago, we posted an article about common anxiety signs. If these signs resonated with you, you might be wondering how you can reduce your anxiety. Even if you don’t have a diagnosable disorder, you probably get stressed or nervous over certain things. Use these tips to help ease your anxiety (Prevention Guide, Brenza and Rockwood). Day 1: Sleep Anxiety and sleep go hand in hand. The less
Those who have experienced trauma often need extra layers of support. You may not be able to see their wounds, but they are there. Hidden beneath that wide smile is pain — lots of it. It’s only right that you know how to help your loved one that has experienced trauma. It can be hard to know what they need. That’s why we’re here today. Pinnacle Recovery is going to
