Most people think of depression by grouping it into two different categories. There is the “regular” depression that most people experience from time to time. Another, more severe condition is called clinical depression, which requires treatment by a mental health professional. Thinking in such a binary way makes it harder to grasp the complexity of…
Few things in the world change your life more than having a baby. But if you suffer from postpartum depression, that joyous occasion could feel like a struggle, instead. Fortunately, you don’t have to live like that. There’s help available to you, so you can get past the problems that depression can cause and return…
If you’re concerned about the anxiety that social media causes you, you’re not the only one. Many people struggle with social media and anxiety, because they fear missing out, measuring up to expectations, and much more. But you don’t have to keep feeling that way. You can get help for your anxiety and reduce the…
Major depressive disorder is a challenge that many people around the country face each day. Unfortunately, it can also be hard to treat because it’s resistant to many of the medications and treatments available today. However, that doesn’t mean you just have to live with it. At Bayview Recovery, we have options that can help…
There are many ways to improve mental health, and among those is exercise. If you’ve heard that exercise is good for depression or that it can help reduce anxiety, it’s true. But that doesn’t mean it’s enough for most people. You may still need help to be as mentally healthy as possible, and that’s where…
Coping with loneliness can be an essential skill to keep you from relapsing after leaving treatment at Bayview Recovery. We thrive on helping clients recover from substance use disorder and co-occurring mental disorders. If you suffer from anxiety, depression, or another mental disorder, you may have difficulty relating to other people. These conditions can lead…
Stress is a normal part of life. Increased financial obligations, more pressure at work, and moving can all lead to increased stress levels. However, stress takes over everything else for some individuals, leaving the person feeling anxious and overwhelmed. As a result, you may think that you need to turn to drugs or alcohol to…
Traumatic events from your childhood can leave deep scars you carry into adult life. At Bayview Recovery in Tacoma, WA, we help clients understand the connection between childhood trauma and addiction to alcohol or drugs. Unfortunately, many adolescents who experience neglect or abuse in their childhood will have a substance use disorder before reaching adulthood.…
Childhood trauma and mental health are intimately connected. Trauma can also contribute to substance use disorders. At Bayview Recovery, we understand that substance abuse treatment has to address underlying factors to give our clients the best chance for long-term recovery. At our treatment center, we strive to help each person work through the trauma and mental health…
At Bayview Recovery Center in Tacoma, WA, we help those with addictions and mental health disorders learn to live with their conditions. PTSD can impact you long after the triggering event. With the right support and therapy, our clients have found peace and improved their sleep habits. What is PTSD? If you’re searching for PTSD…