Mental Health Hotline Articles
Neurorehabilitation: Treatment for Mental Health
Neurorehabilitation is a form of treatment used in a variety of health care settings, including rehabilitating stroke victims, those with brain or spinal cord injuries and those living with degenerative disorders. Neurotherapy can help restore and improve the functioning of the brain and nervous system, and it can help improve
Spotting the signs of Codependency
Codependency often appears as: Prioritizing others over yourself Difficulty setting boundaries Low self-esteem tied to others’ approval Codependency can sneak into relationships that start with the best intentions. When emotional caretaking becomes the foundation, it’s easy to lose your sense of self. With 70% of married couples today living together
How to Tell if You Need Outpatient vs Inpatient Care?
How to Choose Inpatient or Outpatient Inpatient = 24/7 support for severe symptoms Outpatient = flexible care for stable conditions A clinical assessment can guide the choice According to the National Center for Drug Abuse Statistics, around 50% of the U.S. population aged 12 or older has used illicit drugs
When to go to the Hospital for Anxiety
Go to the hospital for anxiety if: Panic attacks feel unmanageable You fear you’re in danger or losing control You can’t eat, sleep, or function normallyEmergency care offers safety and stabilization. Anxiety disorders are the most common form of mental health disorder, with almost 20% of American adults reporting an
How Long is an Inpatient Mental Health Stay?
Length varies based on need and condition: Acute stays: 3–7 days typically Long-term stays: weeks or more Goal is stabilization and safe transition to lower care How long do you stay in a mental hospital for being suicidal, having anxiety or dealing with another behavioral health challenge? It’s one of
Untreated ADHD: Understanding How it Affects Loved Ones
Untreated ADHD can have effects that ripple far beyond the individual. Partners, coworkers and friends often find themselves navigating misunderstandings, emotional burnout and daily chaos. Maybe you’ve felt like a broken record, repeating reminders for the tenth time, or perhaps you’ve hidden your hurt when a loved one forgot a