Unfortunately, many people believe art only serves to entertain, but this is patently untrue. In fact, studies have shown that art as a way to recover from SUD can be incredibly effective. For people with mental health issues and SUD, art can be a critical component of a recovery toolkit. It can also help your…
The latest information and resources on mental disorders shared on X, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Instagram. The Division of Intramural Research Programs (IRP) is the internal research division of the NIMH. Over 40 research groups conduct basic neuroscience research and clinical investigations of mental illnesses, brain function, and behavior at the NIH campus in Bethesda,…
Studies have found that heavy drinkers have increased cortisol levels due to alcohol’s effects on the body. Elevated cortisol levels can lead to feelings of anxiety or restlessness. As previously mentioned, your level of alcohol consumption plays a large role in your risk of panic attacks. While these two terms are often used interchangeably, there…
These different categories of alcoholism affect individuals differently, with different consequences. Because of this, determining which category an individual may fall under can help massively in the future treatment and management of their symptoms. When seeking help for alcoholism, it may be beneficial for some individuals to determine the category of alcoholic that they, or…