Category: Drug & Alcohol Addiction
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February 14th, 2012 |
Teens who drop out of high school are more likely to have substance use issues than those who stay in high school until graduation. However, the exact relationship between drug use and drop-out rates is unclear. Some believe that drug use is a symptom of other issues, such as domestic abuse, neglect, maltreatment, or other childhood adversities. The subsequent drug use then affects academic performance, which decreases self-esteem and worth, making at-risk teens more susceptible to dropping out. Others believe that childhood problems... Read More
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February 14th, 2012 |
Recently, researchers have sought to examine the effects of cannabis use on psychosis. Studies have been conducted that explore how cannabis use in correlation with genetic risk, childhood trauma, and existing mental health issues in childhood influences psychotic symptoms in early adulthood. However, few of these studies have tried to identify how frequency of cannabis use, resulting from childhood maltreatment, and not specifically sexual abuse, affects later psychosis. To address this issue, M. Konings of the Department of Psychiatry and Neuropsychology at the South Limburg Mental Health Research... Read More
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February 13th, 2012 |
Research has shown a direct link between long work hours and increased mental health problems. Depression, fatigue, and anxiety are common issues that cause reduced productivity and increased disability among the working population. To understand the correlation between excessive work hours and mental health impairment, M. Virtanen of the Finnish Institute of Occupational Health in Helsinki, Finland, conducted a study that looked at how longer working hours affected the onset of depression and anxiety.
Nearly 3,000 full-time British... Read More
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February 11th, 2012 |
A large portion of college students engage in social drinking. Many young adults who drink socially binge, consuming large amounts of alcohol in one episode. Previous research has demonstrated a link between binge drinking and suicidal ideation. Specifically, young adults who binge drink are more likely to contemplate or attempt suicide than those who do not binge. More importantly, individuals with depression are more likely to binge drink when they are alone, placing them at higher risk for negative affect, hopelessness, and... Read More
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February 10th, 2012 |
The COMBINE study of 2003 examined how behavioral modification and medication affected treatment outcome in people struggling with alcohol misuse. As a follow-up to that study, Katie Witkiewitz of the Department of Psychology at Washington State University evaluated the effectiveness of drink abstinence training as a component of COMBINE. Individuals with alcohol dependence can learn how to adaptively handle stressful situations without alcohol by developing drink refusal skills. But existing research in this area has yet to clarify... Read More
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February 9th, 2012 |
One of the primary risk factors for schizophrenia is a family history of the illness. Having a relative with schizophrenia increases one’s risk for other mental health problems as well. However, dissecting the exact genetic relationship between schizotypal personality disorder and other mental health risk factors is convoluted because most psychological illnesses are heritable. To better understand what co-occurring and varying genetic factors exist in individuals with a family history of schizotypal personality disorder,... Read More
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February 8th, 2012 |
Abstinence self-efficacy (ASE) is one’s ability to abstain from alcohol or drug use and is a strong indicator of how an individual will respond to treatment. Although there are many factors that influence ASE, symptoms of major depressive disorder (MDD) are thought to be among the strongest factors that can impair one’s recovery. Existing research examining this relationship has focused on adults in general. But Brenna L. Greenfield of the Department of Psychology and Center on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Addictions at... Read More
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February 7th, 2012 |
The development of psychosis is often the result of a traumatic childhood event. Sexual abuse is one factor that has been shown to increase the likelihood of psychosis. Emerging research is suggesting that cannabis use is another factor that significantly increases the risk for psychotic symptoms. However, there is little research devoted to examining how early sexual trauma and cannabis use influence each other and an individual’s risk for psychosis later in life. J. E. Houston of the Division of Psychology at Nottingham... Read More
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February 6th, 2012 |
Social phobia (SP) is one of the most common anxiety problems that American adults suffer from. Anxiety in general, and SP in particular, usually first develop during early adolescence and are more common in children who struggle with inhibition and extreme shyness. This can cause these already emotionally fragile children to withdraw from social settings, including parties, sports, and other activities that involve performing or speaking in front of others. Children with early anxiety and SP are more likely to experience psychological... Read More
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February 6th, 2012 |
Reductions in white brain matter have been linked to cognitive impairments. Decreased white matter is one symptom of schizophrenia and has also been found in people who are at risk for psychosis. This same symptom has also been discovered in individuals with long-term cannabis use. However, little research has examined whether or not extensive cannabis use increases the risk for psychotic symptoms, or if schizophrenic individuals who use cannabis... Read More
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February 2nd, 2012 |
Quick, would you prefer 100 million dollars right now or a penny that that doubles every day for a year? Next question, would you like to be cured of your depression, relationship problems, eating disorder, or addiction immediately or would you like to work on it?
On first glance, the answer to both questions seems obvious. I'll take the $100 million and I want to be cured of my mental illness, marital discord, and alcohol abuse, thank you.
Now do the math. If you take a penny and double it every day you'll have 5 million dollars in the first month. You'll have a billion dollars before the... Read More
February 1st, 2012 |
Experimentation is a common behavior during adolescence. Young adulthood is a time when individuals begin exploring new relationships, activities, and even substances. Drug use among young adults is not uncommon. However, adolescents who continue to abuse drugs and alcohol are more likely to engage in risky sexual activity, aggression, and unlawful behaviors. There are many factors that have been shown to increase the likelihood of substance abuse during this time, including anxiety, depression, childhood trauma or abuse and family... Read More
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January 16th, 2012 |
Suicide, or the intentional ending of one’s life, is a topic that often causes significant anxiety to both professionals and the general public. Often, knowing some of the key risk factors that elevate and lower suicide risk can assist in working with a suicidal person and help them stay alive. In addition, if you are a professional, it can help you feel more confident in making decisions related to treatment and referral.
According to SuicideOutreach.org, a program of the Veteran’s Administration, "Risk factors refer to an individual's characteristics, circumstances, history and experiences... Read More
January 13th, 2012 |
Seeking Safety is a brief therapeutic treatment that incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques in order to decrease substance misuse in people suffering from post-traumatic stress. Substance Use Disorders (SUDs) are common in individuals who have experienced a traumatic event, and the majority of women being treated for SUDs have reported prior traumas. Because SUD and PTSD are commonly comorbid, many new treatments designed to address both issues have begun to emerge.... Read More
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