Trauma can significantly affect your quality of life and mental health. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), “Trauma is a common experience for adults and children in American communities, and it is especially common in the lives of people with mental and substance use disorders.” Your body remembers trauma, and […]
In this modern age of information, there is a wealth of resources available on mental health treatments and services. It is easier than ever to stay educated about your mental health and the different treatments available to you. Although there are so many sources to help you get educated, there are still some things that […]
Many people experience anxiety in some social situations. However, for some people, it causes significant emotional distress. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), “An estimated 12.1% of U.S. adults experience social anxiety disorder at some time in their lives.” The dedicated mental health professionals at Alter Wellness Care use evidence-based therapies to […]
Anxiety disorders are one of the most commonly diagnosed mental health issues in the United States. An estimated 31.1% of adults in the United States will experience an anxiety disorder at some point in their life. Anxiety can affect many aspects of a person’s life, making it difficult to function from day to day. Social […]
Untreated mental health conditions like borderline personality disorder (BPD) can affect many areas of your day-to-day life. In the United States, the number of individuals affected by mental health disorders has increased within the last several decades. According to research published by StatPearls Publishing, “Surveys have estimated the prevalence of borderline personality disorder to be […]
Holistic health is moving into the forefront of the public mind frame as we deepen our understanding that there are many components to maintaining mental and physical health. This places the focus on wellness as a combination of factors, such as mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being, in addition to physical health. All of these […]
Individuals who experience traumatic events or chronic stress sometimes struggle with long-term side effects. Trauma increases the risk of developing mental health issues, including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). According to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), eight percent of women and four percent of men will develop PTSD sometime in their lives. Alter Wellness Care […]
A continuum of care for mental health disorders is a system of thorough and ongoing mental health services. Continuum care evolves with you according to your unique needs over time. It looks at the entire process of treating mental health, from preventive care all the way through the quality of life after treatment. In the […]
Major depressive disorder (MDD) is a mental health condition characterized by a persistent depressed mood. Major depression is a common mental health disorder. The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that around 21.0 million adults in the U.S. have experienced at least one depressive episode. Symptoms of MDD include: Persistent feelings of sadness Loss of […]
Bipolar disorder is a complex mental health disorder with various symptoms and unique challenges. Bipolar disorder is characterized by difficult shifts in mood. These shifts alternate between extreme highs and extreme lows. About five percent of adults in America will experience bipolar disorder at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, it is sometimes challenging to […]
