Key Takeaways #1: Depression doesn’t wait for a convenient time, and most people who need more support delay getting it because they assume treatment means missing work or falling behind in school, not because they don’t think they need help. #2: Depression is common among the exact people who feel like they can’t afford to […]
Key Takeaways #1: Needing more than weekly therapy isn’t a sign you’ve failed at treatment. It’s often a sign your depression has outgrown the level of support you’re currently getting, and that’s a solvable problem, not a personal one. #2: There are specific, recognizable signs that once-a-week sessions may not be matching your depression anymore, […]
Key Takeaways Many people use the term “sex addiction,” but the medical community continues to debate the diagnosis. Regardless of the label, compulsive sexual behaviors can create real distress, strain relationships, interfere with work, and negatively affect emotional well-being. The behavior itself is only part of the picture. At The Blanchard Institute, we believe understanding […]
Key Takeaways Alcohol-related liver damage often develops gradually, which means many people don’t recognize a problem until significant damage has already occurred. Learning the early warning signs and seeking help before symptoms become severe can make a meaningful difference. The liver has an incredible ability to heal, particularly during the early stages of alcohol-related damage. That’s why identifying alcohol use disorder and beginning treatment sooner rather than later is […]
Alcohol consumption can significantly impact liver function, primarily by affecting liver enzymes. These enzymes play a crucial role in metabolizing alcohol and maintaining overall liver health. Understanding how alcohol affects these enzymes is essential for recognizing the early signs of liver damage and taking proactive steps toward recovery. The Role of Liver Enzymes The liver […]
In 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated that life expectancy at birth in the United States was 77.5 years, which is 1.1 years higher than in 2021 but still 1.3 years lower than in 2019. This is a reversal from 2021, when life expectancy dropped to 76.4 years, the lowest it […]
Addiction recovery commonly faces concerns such as re-entering society as a sober individual, dealing with emotional and psychological issues, financial difficulties and legal issues, controlling cravings and triggers, and rebuilding relationships and trust. Completing a drug and alcohol treatment program and re-entering society as a sober person is not without problems. Individuals that are recovering […]
“You must practice tough love!”“Let them hit rock bottom!” For decades, we’ve heard these common recommendations come from the medical profession, therapists, friends, and even the recovery community itself. Unfortunately, these two themes rooted in concepts of tough love, could not be more inaccurate or hurtful to the health of our suffering loved ones and […]
When you are addicted to anything, it becomes a routine, and stopping it can be difficult. For example, alcohol is the most dangerous and addictive drug in the world, and a study from Australia shows that alcohol kills 15 people every day. When you are addicted to alcohol, there comes a time when you are […]
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week is an annual, week-long health observance that was created to spark conversation among young adults around the science of drug abuse and addiction. This year it falls from March 21st through the 27th. Although this dialogue is primarily focused on education for teens, the information we share can be […]
