Many United States military personnel experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms at some point in their lives. But leaving PTSD untreated can lead to a lot of complications, including angry outbursts, substance use disorders, and further mental health concerns. If you are concerned that you or a loved one has PTSD, this article is here...Read More
Coming to the decision to quit drugs and alcohol is life-changing. And you should feel proud for taking that first step, but it’s important to make sure you’re laying the foundation for a successful recovery. When you first decide to stop drinking or using, you may feel tempted to quit “cold turkey” at home. But...Read More
Throughout the years, our residential rehab staff at Heroes’ Mile has helped countless veterans like you recover from issues with substance abuse. But what exactly are the benefits of residential rehab for veterans? Whether you struggle with alcohol addiction, drug dependency, or invisible wounds of war, residential rehab provides you with the ultimate care so...Read More
The opioid epidemic has spread across the United States for nearly 30 years. During this time, there have been millions of cases of opioid use disorders and hundreds of thousands of opioid overdoses. And while the situation has improved, the opioid crisis continues to be a problem for countless Americans. But without knowing how it...Read More
As a veteran, you are probably familiar with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). But what exactly is complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD)? This article will explain the differences between PTSD and CPTSD and how you can get help for this mental health issue. PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder vs. CPTSD Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental...Read More
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), substance use disorder, and other mental health problems are common ailments in veterans who have had combat exposure. But how exactly does combat exposure affect veterans, and is it affecting you? Learn more about how you can assess stressors based on your own experiences in order to find the right treatment...Read More
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the mental health conditions that millions of veterans face after serving. While the symptoms of PTSD are often intense and lead to unhealthy coping mechanisms when untreated, healing from this anxiety disorder is possible. There are new successful options for treating PTSD, including taking PTSD medication. But what...Read More
This June is the United States Department of Veterans Affairs‘ (VA) post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month, and that makes this the perfect time to share information about PTSD. Whether you’re a veteran living with PTSD yourself, your loved one is a service member with post-traumatic stress, or you just want to support people dealing...Read More
For many veterans, especially combat exposed veterans, Vicodin plays an important role in their daily pain management. While this can do a lot to help military personnel re-integrate into civilian life, Vicodin is one of many prescription drugs that is regularly abused. And when this happens, it can lead to prescription drug addiction, which can...Read More
Every year, millions of United States veterans find themselves dealing with complicated grief as a result of their military service. But why is this grief so difficult to move past? And what makes veterans so vulnerable to it? Read on to learn about how veterans can successfully navigate the grieving process and get help for...Read More
