Dementia isn’t actually a disease but a group of symptoms caused by several other conditions. As estimated, over 50 million people are living with dementia worldwide. The most common cause of dementia is Alzheimer’s. Studies also say that about 60%-80% of people with dementia are suffering from Alzheimer’s. However,...
Read moreAssuredly, at some phase, we all encounter ups and downs. But the mania (steep climbs ) and depression (sudden plunges ) of bipolar disorder, also known as a bipolar affective disorder or manic-depressive illness, can lead to risky conditions. Based on the reports by Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance...
Read moreSchizophrenia, a chronic psychiatric disorder, affects 20 million people globally but is not as common as other mental disorders. People suffering from this disorder often struggle with distortion of reality, encountering hallucinations or delusions. According to reports, about 1 percent of the population is affected by Schizophrenia. Nevertheless, exact...
Read moreAddiction is generally deemed a moral issue. For instance, if someone who has been sober for 10 years only takes one slip up, people will consider him/her a failure. But like other diseases such as diabetes and cancer, addiction is also a condition that can involve both remission and...
Read moreMany people dealing with alcoholism live with a misconception that their drinking is not affecting anyone else. Of course, it is not correct. Alcoholism acts like a family disease, and the entire family unit, every member, suffers a lot from it. But, among all, addiction takes an exceptionally high...
Read moreTaking steps towards recovery, especially after severe addiction, takes guts, time, commitment, and a willingness to adapt and evolve. Interestingly, if you’re in recovery, that means you’ve already accomplished one of the biggest challenges! Because accepting you are addicted and going for de-addiction treatment is the primary step to...
Read moreIndeed, it is troublesome to admit that your teen needs help with the addiction. But there are some difficulties that you may not be capable of solving as a guardian/parent. Some matters demand professional intervention or counseling. Teens may need specialist counseling for behavior issues, mental health concerns, emotional...
Read moreIs your close relative or loved one addicted to drugs or alcohol? If you are nodding your head in yes, then make sure they immediately take professional de-addiction treatment to treat this condition. However, there are high chances that the patient refuses to take the treatment in the first...
Read moreAlmost every person with a drinking problem tries to hide their alcohol-related issues or consequences. If you are worried about someone’s drinking pattern, check out the signs and symptoms he/she has which needs help. Indeed, living day-to-day life with an individual with alcohol dependence can be nerve-racking. You may...
Read moreWe all are suffering from the spread of Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in some or another way. The spread has affected nearly every aspect of our lives, especially addiction and recovery. Yes, People suffering from addiction are undoubtedly vulnerable to SARS-CoV-2, the coronavirus. Both the mental as well as physical...
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