When people think about factors that cause mental health conditions like depression and anxiety, they usually consider environmental issues, like a chaotic home life, or genetic concerns, like a family...



Drug detoxification – more commonly known as detox – is widely considered the first step in drug treatment. For someone addicted to drugs, the thought of going through detox can be overwhelming...



If you struggle with a substance use disorder, the first step toward taking back control of your life is to stop using drugs and alcohol. Although this is often much...


The intensive outpatient program (IOP) at The Recovery Village at Palmer Lake offers continued support and increased independence for those recovering from drug or alcohol addictions.  What is IOP? In...


At a Glance: Addiction affects more than just the person struggling with substance use; it can have a negative impact on their family as well.Family members may unintentionally allow a...


Bipolar disorder is a mental health and brain condition characterized by alternating episodes of mania and depression. Manic episodes involve high energy, almost frenetic at times, elation, and sometimes reckless behavior...


At a Glance: A co-occurring disorder is a term that describes having two or more mental health and substance use disorders.About half of people who experience a substance use disorder...


Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) impacts a variety of individuals, particularly those who have experienced trauma, such as military who have been in battle, violent crime victims, and victims of abuse...