Woman learns about PTSD awareness day 2019

PTSD Awareness Day 2019

dual diagnosis treatment, Mental Health, RecoveryBy Beaches Recovery

As we approach the month of June, people across the country will be taking time to observe PTSD awareness day and learn more about trauma therapy. Established in 2010 by the United States Senate, PTSD day is a tribute to the late Army Staff Sgt. Joe Biel of the North Dakota National Guard. In April…

behavioral health services group therapy session for women

Behavioral Health Services

Mental Health, Rehab Blog, TherapiesBy Beaches Recovery

It might shock people that most of the patients in a doctor’s office are there for behavioral health services. Perhaps they need treatment for diabetes management or an eating or substance use disorder. However, is there a difference between behavioral and mental health? Also, which services treat these disorders?The Line Between Behavioral and Mental HealthThe…

woman with awareness ribbon at mental health treatment and addiction therapy

Mental Health Treatment and Addiction

Addiction, Mental Health, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

Walk into any bar today, and you can find at least one person who says they are drowning their sorrows. People who abuse drugs also often admit they seek to numb their pain or escape from reality. These statements hold a deeper meaning. They mean the person drinking or using drugs may need mental health…

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Support Groups

Counseling, Drug & Alcohol Rehab, Mental Health, Recovery, Rehab BlogBy Beaches Recovery

During the rehab process, patients receive much more than therapy and counseling. They learn a lot about addiction and what it takes to stay on the path of recovery. In many cases, they also learn the value of having one or more support groups. For many years now, counselors have placed a great deal of…