9 SIGNS OF NARCISSISTIC PERSONALTY DISORDER (NPD)
Having narcissistic tendencies — like bragging or making yourself the center of attention — are normal when they occur occasionally. Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is different. Symptoms are more severe, occur across different situations and environments, and make relationships with others challenging, if not impossible. What are the symptoms of narcissistic personality disorder? Use the […]
SIGNS THAT YOU ARE LACKING PURPOSE
Have you ever woken up feeling like you’re just going through the motions?Maybe you’ve caught yourself staring into space, wondering what it’s all about.You’re not alone.In our busy lives, it’s all too common to feel like something’s missing, but not quite put our finger on what.This article is about uncovering the often-missed signs that you […]
WHAT IS DBT THERAPY? by CanAM Interventions
Dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy. Cognitive behavioral therapy tries to identify and change negative thinking patterns and pushes for positive behavioral changes. DBT may be used to treat suicidal and other self-destructive behaviors. It teaches patients the skills to cope with, and change, unhealthy behaviors. What’s Unique About Dialectical Behavioral […]
THE EFFECTS OF MARIJUANA ON OUR DNA
Scientists are finding “convincing evidence” that marijuana can damage DNA and even cause certain forms of cancer. These revelations are more than alarming, considering that Alaska, Oregon, Colorado, Washington, and the city of Washington, D.C. have all legalized marijuana for recreational use, while all the previously mentioned states plus 19 others have legalized forms of marijuana for medical use. […]
TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR MENTAL HEALTH
Mental health or psychiatric conditions are common. Many times, it can come from family generational trauma. Some of the most common mental health conditions are depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. These illnesses and others like them interfere with your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Learning you have a mental health condition can be upsetting. But there […]
MAINTAINING EMOTIONAL HEALTH – CANAM INTERVENTIONS
Emotional health is an important part of your overall health. People who are emotionally healthy are in control of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Theycan cope with life’s challenges on a consistent and even keel. They can keep problems in perspective and bounce back from setbacks. They feel good about themselves and have good relationships.Being […]
HEALTH ISSUES RELATED TO DRUG ADDICTION
People with addiction often have one or more associated health issues, which could include lung or heart disease, stroke, cancer, or mental health conditions. Imaging scans, chest X-rays, and blood tests can show the damaging effects of long-term drug use throughout the body. For example, it is now well-known that tobacco smoke can cause many […]
8 REASONS WHY YOUR TEENAGER WILL ABUSE DRUGS and/or ALCOHOL.
For many young people, using alcohol, drugs, or other substances, such as cigarettes, is just part of growing up. Many of them try these substances only a few times and stop, while others may continue to use them on a more regular basis. There are many reasons why teens havecuriosities, and experiment with alcohol or […]
5 TIPS FOR HELPING SOMEONE WITH DRUG ADDICTION!
Helping a loved one who is struggling with substance use isn’t easy, and there’s no magic formula that will get your loved one to stop using. However, here are some suggestions on how to help a loved one get treatment for their drug addiction: 1. Educate Yourself About Addiction You know what you see. Until […]
WHAT IS A DETOX PROGRAM
When someone is addicted to alcohol or drugs, they will often need to go through a detoxification (detox) process, as an important first step in their recovery from addiction. Detox is based on the principle that someone who is physically unwell, will struggle to tackle any underlying mental health problems. Therefore, the purpose of detox is to […]