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Understanding Alcohol-Induced Psychosis: Symptoms and Treatment

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Table of Contents 40% of Canadians 15 years of age or older drink six or more alcoholic beverages weekly. That amount exceeds the CCSA’s recommended two alcoholic beverages per week. Drinking excess amounts of alcohol comes with short-term and long-term risks. A lesser-known symptom of long-term heavy drinking is alcohol-induced psychosis. Alcohol-induced psychosis features psychotic-like symptoms when […]

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Mixing Morphine and Alcohol: A Comprehensive Guide

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Table of Contents Opioid overdoses are rising in Canada, and some experts believe the pandemic is to blame. Opioid-related fatalities increased by 96% from 2020 to 2021 alone. This trend has continued into 2022 and 2023. Mixing morphine and alcohol can be even deadlier. Both substances work to depress the brain and body’s functions. They can

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The Most Common OCD Themes and OCD Subtypes: A Complete Guide

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Have you ever wondered what are the four types of OCD? Turns out, it’s a myth that there are only four types of OCD, and mental health professionals recognize up to 15 different subtypes grouped around common OCD themes. When we say OCD themes, we mean the subject around which the person’s anxieties or intrusive thoughts

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OCD in Relationships: An in Depth Look at Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

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Experts estimate that anywhere from 1% to 2.3% of the global population suffers from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). This disorder can be devastating for people with OCD and their loved ones. Mental health professionals have come up with different subtypes of OCD to explain these differences. Each subtype revolves around a particular theme. Each theme refers to

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Effective Ways to Treat Depression: Therapy and Support Options in Toronto

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Depression rates are rising in Canada. A recent survey shows 4%–6% of Canadians experienced depression before 2019. After the pandemic, that figure increased to 10%. Depression is a serious mental health disorder that impacts mood and how people feel and think about themselves and others. Depression features symptoms like loss of enjoyment and extreme sadness. This disorder

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4 Types of Borderline Personality Disorder: Hidden Signs and Treatment Options

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Borderline personality disorder (BPD) is one of Canada’s most common personality disorders. So what is borderline personality disorder? It often comes with an intense fear of abandonment and a poor self-image. People who suffer from this disorder feel a lot of emotional anguish. They may crave close relationships but push others away due to their intense

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Alcohol Rehab in Toronto Costs

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Alcoholism costs Ontario more than $5 billion annually. Yet, the figure does not include the cost of treatment for individuals suffering from alcohol use disorders. Private alcohol rehab in Toronto costs anywhere from $5,000 to more than $60,000. Why such a large range? Rehab centres use dozens of factors to determine the price of alcohol

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Can a NPD and BPD Relationship Work?

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According to the American Psychiatric Association, 9% of adults have one or more personality disorders. Personality disorders are types of mental health conditions. When left untreated, they can affect someone for life. Well-known personality disorders include narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) and borderline personality disorder (BPD). People with BPD often end up in relationships with people with

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