Treatment for Anxiety and Addiction

Anxiety is a feeling of fear, worry, or stress that can cause physical reactions like sweating, restlessness, and a fast heartbeat. While everyone experiences anxiety at some point in their life, some individuals deal with it daily, to the point where their anxiety affects their ability to function. People who…

Treatment for Obsessive-compulsive Disorder and Addiction

Up to 50% of people who seek treatment for addiction also struggle with a co-occurring mental health condition.[1] One mental health condition that has several overlapping symptoms with substance use disorder or obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder and addiction can make recovery even more challenging. It’s essential to…

Dissociative Identity Disorder and Addiction

Addiction is linked to a number of mental health conditions. When someone suffers from both a substance use disorder and a mental illness, this is known as having co-occurring disorders. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration Services, “approximately 9.2 million adults in the United States have a…

Is it Normal to Have Sugar Cravings in Recovery

Addiction recovery can be a challenging and complex journey. Many people in recovery find new and unexpected consequences of giving up drugs and alcohol. For some, sugar cravings may come as an unwelcome surprise.  Learning to navigate recovery and manage new physical and emotional symptoms requires support. Contact the Mandala…

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