A critical component of substance abuse prevention is understanding the underlying causes. Substance abuse is often a coping mechanism for stress and other mental health conditions. It’s important to be aware of the risk factors to stop it from becoming addiction.
If you or someone you care about needs help managing mental health or substance use issues, contact an Oceans Hospital near you.
A new year offers a fresh start and opportunity to develop positive life strategies. But even with the best of intentions, almost all New Year’s resolutions fail by the second week of February. It can be difficult to find the motivation to maintain these personal commitments, especially for those already managing mental health challenges.
Anxiety is one of the most common mental health conditions in the United States. In 2024, 43% of adults report feeling more anxious than they did last year. Anxiety disorders are often highly treatable, yet more than 55% of individuals go untreated. Individuals may avoid treatment due to the stigma surrounding mental illness or simply because they do not…
The holidays are a special time of celebration with loved ones, but for many people they come with feelings of pressure and anxiety. In fact, 41% of U.S. adults claim their stress levels are higher during the holidays than at any other time of the year. If you experience stress around the holidays, it may…