What are the Symptoms of PTSD? Everyone reacts to stress differently. We have no way of knowing in advance what kind of situation will affect us adversely. What upsets one person may not upset another to the same degree or at all. It is no reflection on the “strength” or “toughness” of the individual. [...]
When LGBT Discrimination, Stigma Affects Your Mental Health We at American Behavioral Clinics, proudly support the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) community. Our mental health professionals understand that there are many stressful obstacles faced during the intimate journey of personal realization and sexual orientation. Throughout this process, it is imperative that patients feel [...]
Struggling with Gender Identity? Gender Identity refers to the relationship between an individual’s sex and gender; meaning an individual’s self-expression of masculinity or feminism (gender). An individual’s gender identity could differ from his/her sex or physical appearance. Sexual orientation refers to an individual’s sexual desires, feelings, and identification. Sexual orientation can cover many different [...]
How to Stop Gambling and Reign Control of Your Life In addition to substance use as an addiction, problem gambling is also an addiction. For most of us, gambling is a casual and harmless pastime. It has about the same impact on our day-to-day lives as participating in a weekly bowling league or holding season [...]
Recognize the Common Causes Behind Mental Health Issues Among Women Women, for thousands of years, have faced depreciating terms such as being called hysterical, weaker gender or crazy, when struggling with mental health disorders. In today’s society, women feel the pressures from attempting to balance home life, child care barriers, employment, and trying to [...]
ABC and partner Viva Wellness are proud to now offer CBD oil and products! What exactly is CBD? - CBD is short for cannabidiol, which is extracted from the flowers and buds hemp plants. It does not produce intoxication, high, or other psychoactive effects. Can help improve the following conditions: Anxiety Depression Pain Helps reduce stress Insomnia Supports weight-loss efforts - [...]
Suicide Prevention: Warning Signs and Keys to Prevention American Behavioral Clinics is focused on the prevention of suicide. We use techniques to help individuals who are fighting against suicidal urges. We offer help to adults and adolescents. Preventing Suicide Warning signs aren't always obvious. Often it is trying to keep your suicidal thoughts and feelings [...]
What is Stress and How to Recognize That You Need Help Simply, stress is a set of physical reactions to a psychological event. The physical reactions to stress include an increase in blood pressure, blood sugar level, heart rate, and adrenalin. Of course in times of true external danger (e.g., being attacked by a mugger), [...]
Do You Have a Sleep Problem? Sleep is a vital part of life. It helps people with focusing, concentration, and critical thinking. When something happens to an individual’s sleep schedule, it can throw off their whole day. Many people in the world suffer from sleep disorders. These disorders can be detrimental to an individual’s everyday [...]
What is Sexual Dysfunction? Sexual dysfunction is when an individual experiences problems in the sexual response cycle which prevents the individual or couple from experiencing satisfaction in sexual activity. Sexual dysfunction can affect men and women. The phases of the sexual response cycle include: excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. There are 4 types of sexual [...]
