Dealing with a parent who is struggling with addiction can be a difficult and emotional experience. It can be difficult to understand what your parent is going through, and you may feel helpless, frustrated, or angry. You may even feel resentful as you feel robbed of...
Drug detox is the process of removing drugs from your system. It's typically done in a clinical setting with medical supervision and often includes medication to help manage the withdrawal symptoms you may experience. During drug detox, the person will stop using the...
Knowing about mental health and the impact of technology is important for your child’s development. As a parent, simply being aware that your child may experience one or more mental health issues is an important first step. Children may have trouble vocalizing their...
If someone were to ask us whether a healthy diet is good for our physical health, we would blurt “yes” without a moment’s hesitation. But if we twist the question just a tiny bit, and ask whether a healthy diet is good for our mood, we would require some time to...
Binge eating is an eating disorder that can have a dangerous impact on both physical and mental health. Those that develop this disorder often develop it during adolescence or early adulthood. The earlier a person develops this disorder, the more severe the condition...
When a person is addicted to alcohol or drugs, they begin to have a lot of problems that are caused by the addiction. For example, when an addict is actively using they may become depressed, anxious, suicidal, explosive, and unpredictable. They may appear to be...
Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that has been around for decades but has only recently emerged as a significant problem in America. As of recently, fentanyl has been a contributor to an alarming number of drug-related deaths. According to the CDC, the rate of synthetic...
Supporting Loved Ones With Substance Use Issues The hardest part of overcoming alcohol addiction is admitting both to yourself and to loved ones that you have a drinking problem. So, when someone reaches out to you about their drinking problem, they are asking for...
A Pathway to Recovery for the Alcoholic or Drug Addict Who is Avoiding Getting Help. If you have a loved one who is struggling with alcoholism or substance abuse, you know how difficult life can be. An alcoholic or drug addict can make life feel overwhelming and out...
New Dimensions Day Treatment Centers provides Behavioral Health Services to adolescents and adults in the greater Houston area. Our Behavioral Health Clinics are located in Katy, The Woodlands, and the Clear Lake area of Houston. We provide Partial Hospitalization...
