Binge drinking is a dangerous process. It involves consuming a large amount of alcohol in a short period of time, generally four to five drinks within a few hours. When you engage in this high of a level of consumption, you put your organs at risk. They cannot keep up. However, many people fail to…
The New Year may be the right time for you to think about substance abuse treatment. No matter how long you’ve struggled through addiction, our team can provide you with exceptional solutions and help right now. Addiction recovery begins when you decide to get help. Our alcohol rehab and drug rehab is available to support…
The New Year is the ideal time to make decisions about your future. Perhaps you are working on your sober living goals. You may be thinking about making the decision to get help for addiction. Setting goals for the next year that will help you on your journey to recovery can be helpful. Reach out…
Nearly one in every five adults suffers from mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. If you suffer, know that you are not alone, nor do you have to struggle alone. Help is available for you or a loved one to receive the mental health help needed to restore wellness, problem-solving skills, and self-esteem. Mental…
Antidepressants are commonly prescribed to treat clinical depression. When combined with other forms of treatment such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, antidepressants have been found to reduce symptoms of mental illness effectively. As with many other medications, some patients may experience adverse side effects from taking antidepressant medication. At the Atlanta Center for Mental Health, our trained…
Nearly one in every 5 adults suffers from a mental health disorder, including anxiety and depression. If you suffer, know that you are not alone, nor do you have to struggle alone. Help is available for you or a loved who to receive the mental health treatment needed to restore you to a life that…
We live in a fast-paced world of schedules, activities, to-do lists, and watching the clock. Before you blink an eye, the day has flown by, and the week is behind you. Have you ever finished the day and thought to yourself, “where did the time go?” We are amazed when the weekend comes to an…
A divorce can be a very unsettling and stressful event. At a minimum, a significant relationship is coming to an end, routines are disrupted, the family may be uprooted, and transitions are inevitable. Then there are the many emotions that come with a divorce, including anxiety, frustration, and resentment, to name just a few. Coping…
Have you ever woken up groggy and irritable? You know that you didn’t sleep well last night, and unfortunately, it will impact your mood for the rest of the day. Did your lack of sleep impact your mental health, or did your mental health affect your sleep? Your sleep habits may have more of an…
The beauty of the great outdoors. As the light grows dim and the wind howls, winter for many people can bring sadness, loneliness, and depression. The shorter hours of daylight prevent many people from feeling the warm rays of the sun to energize them and nourish their bodies with a blast of mood-boosting Vitamin D.…