First Responders and Addiction Struggles: Why So Common?
First Responders and Addiction Struggles: Why So Common? The Blackberry Center Behavioral Hospital Troy Borges 👍Emergency responders are there for us when we need them the most. From car accidents to fires to medical emergencies, they play a pivotal role in ensuring safety. Their...
Addiction Recovery Journey: From Day One to Lifelong Recovery
2020 is finally over, and a new year is a new chance to make constructive changes in your life. And it may be more important than ever this year, with 2020 being an...
Tina Drug: Crystal Meth Abuse in Veterans
You might have heard reference to a “tina” drug, but does that mean? Tina is a street name for crystal meth, which is part of the amphetamine family of stimulant drugs. And according...
Las Vegas Fentanyl Deaths Rise: What Can We Do?
Throughout Southern Nevada, fentanyl has led to a concerning increase in overdose deaths. And that increase is especially troubling because the rate of fentanyl deaths was already high. In 2019, roughly 69,029 people died of...
What Is Yoga Therapy and Does It Help with Addiction?
Health and wellness trends have infiltrated entered the public consciousness, and with that has come yoga. One growing field of this activity is yoga therapy. Contrary to popular belief, though, yoga therapy involves...
Why You Should Seek Drug and Alcohol Treatment
If you have started thinking about the possibility of seeking drug and alcohol treatment, it’s easy to feel like now “isn’t the right time.” There’s nothing wrong with wanting a fresh start at...
Veteran Mental Health: Facts, Stats, and Treatment
The individuals who serve our country risk so much in the pursuit of justice and freedom. They sacrifice time with their families, push their bodies’ physical limits, and may even put their lives on the line. For millions of veterans across the country, the constant strain and pressure of military life often comes at a cost. The current state of veteran mental health proves that the country needs a better approach to behavioral health care for veterans and their families.
Join us today in an honest discussion about veteran mental health and how it affects so many people. We at Heroes’ Mile wish to share our unique handling of mental...
The Many Dangers of Binge Drinking
The Many Dangers of Binge Drinking The Blackberry Center Behavioral Hospital Troy Borges 👍In a 2015 CDC study, researchers found that 1 in 6 adults...
K2, Kronic, or Golden Kush: What Is the “Spice” Drug?
The “spice” drug refers to a variety of different chemicals that mimic the effects...
How Can Fentanyl Overdose Symptoms Be Treated?
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Not everyone who experiences fentanyl overdose symptoms intentionally took fentanyl. According to The National Institute of Drug Abuse, individuals who seek out illicit drugs like heroin, cocaine, or methamphetamine often unknowingly take fentanyl. This...
Borderline Personality Disorder vs. Bipolar Disorder: How Are They Different?
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If you’re unsure whether you have borderline personality disorder vs. bipolar disorder, understanding the differences between the two mental illnesses is a great place to start. It’s not uncommon for someone to receive...
What Are the Stages of Addiction?
Becoming addicted to drugs or alcohol is not something that happens overnight. Instead, there are stages of addiction from...
PTSD Symptoms in Women: Signs, Stigma, & Treatment for Female Veterans
Trauma is something that can happen to anyone of...
What Is High-Functioning Depression? Signs & Treatments
When you think of depressive disorders, you might imagine...
for Co-Occurring Disorders
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If you’re looking for a Florida...
Frequently Asked Questions About Eating Disorders
What is an eating disorder?
Eating disorders include anorexia nervosa, a...
Do You Need Outpatient Mental Health Treatment?
You aren’t alone if you’re struggling with a mental illness. You aren’t alone if you think you need professional help either. One in eight...
What Is the Baker Act?
Springbrook Hospital is a Baker Act-receiving facility in Hernando County, Florida. But what is the Baker Act? If you’re unsure, we’ll address any questions...
Why Is Alcohol Addictive for Some People and Not Others?
Alcohol abuse and alcohol addiction are common in the United States. Nearly 6% of American adults and 2% of American adolescents suffer from an...
Ways Behavioral Health Services Can Change Your Life
Behavioral health services is a broad term that encompasses many different services provided by social workers, counselors, psychiatrists, and other mental health care professionals....
How to Maintain Your Continuity of Care
Continuity of care is an extremely important aspect of any and every rehabilitation program. It doesn’t matter if you’re dealing with a mental illness,...