Recovering from addiction is a challenging yet life-changing process, and for many individuals, stress can be one of the biggest obstacles along the way. Nationwide, over 20 million Americans aged 12 and older are battling a substance use disorder, and nearly 40-60% of those who seek treatment experience at least one relapse.
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At first glance, someone with high-functioning depression may appear to have it all together—excelling at work, maintaining relationships, and handling daily responsibilities with ease. Beneath the surface, however, they may be silently battling persistent sadness, exhaustion, and self-doubt.
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Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health disorders, affecting millions of people across the U.S. every year—often making it difficult to distinguish between the two.
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At Northern Illinois Recovery Center (NIRC), we understand that mental health challenges can often overlap, making it difficult to distinguish between similar conditions. Avoidant Personality Disorder and Social Anxiety Disorder are two conditions that share similarities but have distinct differences.
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Have you ever found yourself questioning whether something you remember happened? False Memory OCD is a specific subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) where individuals are plagued by persistent doubts about events that may or may not have occurred.
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Borderline personality disorder was first recognized in the 1980 edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders and has been controversial ever since. One controversy is whether BPD is related to bipolar disorder or not since they have many similar symptoms.
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Matthew Perry, best known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on Friends, also courageously discussed his battle with addiction. His openness about struggles with alcohol and drugs endeared him to fans and made him a symbol of hope.
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Have you ever felt a sudden dip in your mood as the days get shorter and the weather turns colder? For many people, this shift in seasons can trigger a condition known as seasonal depression, or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Being neurodivergent is not about deficits but differences that bring unique strengths and perspectives to society. Conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and Tourette Syndrome are examples of neurodivergence.
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The new year is around the corner, making now the perfect time to think beyond the usual nonsensical resolutions and focus on something that truly matters: your mental health. We all know how easy it is to set goals like working out more or eating better
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, typically striking during the fall and winter months when daylight hours decrease. The reduced sunlight affects the brain’s chemistry, often leading to symptoms like fatigue, low mood, and a lack of motivation
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These days the link between what we eat and how we feel has become an increasingly popular topic of discussion. The concept of food being able to influence mood, stress, anxiety, and even cognitive function might seem surprising to some, but research is revealing how closely linked our diets are to our mental states
Recovering from addiction is a challenging yet life-changing process, and…
At first glance, someone with high-functioning depression may appear to…
Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental…
At Northern Illinois Recovery Center (NIRC), we understand that mental…
Have you ever found yourself questioning whether something you remember…
Borderline personality disorder was first recognized in the 1980 edition…
Matthew Perry, best known for his iconic role as Chandler…
Have you ever felt a sudden dip in your mood…
Being neurodivergent is not about deficits but differences that bring…
The new year is around the corner, making now the…
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that…
These days the link between what we eat and how…
