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Some treatment programs teach problem drinkers to reduce their drinking, an approach that appeals to people who otherwise might not seek treatment.
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Whether you are just beginning to think about changing a habit, or you have already started but have hit a rough spot, family and friends can help.
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You don't have to wait for someone to hit rock bottom to act. Here are steps to help an alcoholic get treatment.
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For most people, the best way to quit smoking is some combination of medicine, a method to change personal habits and emotional support.
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In older people, it's easy to mistake memory problems for the everyday forgetfulness that some people experience as they grow older.
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What distinguishes mental illness from problems of daily living is its severity or persistence over time. Mental illness includes mental disorders of thought, mood or behavior. People with a mental illness may have great difficulty with daily routines and tasks, responsibilities of family, work or school, or personal relationships.
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Contrary to what many people believe, psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, phobias or stress doesn't have to be a long and costly process. Feeling better doesn't require a lifetime of intensive psychotherapy.
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Talk therapy helps people gain insight into and resolve their problems through verbal exchanges with the therapist.
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How do you know when your emotions are of the everyday sort, or when you could benefit from seeing a therapist?
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Unlike the relatively mild, brief anxiety caused by a stressful event such as a business presentation or a first date, anxiety disorders are chronic, relentless, and can grow progressively worse if not treated.
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Recent research shows a clear link between heart disease and certain stress-related emotions.
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A good guffaw pumps up your heart, increases your circulation, works your muscles, and strengthens your immune system.
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One way to simplify your life is to practice mindfulness -- to slow down and recognize and appreciate the simple things in life.
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When you lapse from your goals, remind yourself of all you've learned and how much you've accomplished.
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Meditation allows you to become more awake and more deliberate about your actions. It teaches you how to respond rather than react to situations in your life.
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When tragedy strikes with the death of a loved one, a serious illness or a job loss, some people fall apart, while others adapt to such life-changing events more easily. Being resilient is what makes the difference.
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People often think happiness is something you're born with, but you can learn the qualities of happiness.
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You can reduce stress by understanding the unique relationship that exists between less stress and more spirituality in your life.
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Life is full of decisions, and whether they're big or small, many have ethical implications if you're thoughtful and careful enough to look at them through an ethics lens.
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More than 22 million Americans are involved in some form of helping elderly family members or friends with their daily routines. If you're part of this group, whether you call yourself a caregiver, or simply a good daughter or son, you know that caring for an aging parent or friend has its rewards and its trials.
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Caregivers come in all shapes and sizes. They can be adult children, spouses, siblings, friends or neighbors, who help with daily activities such as bathing, feeding and clothing.
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As more Americans live longer, millions of middle-aged adults find themselves caring for their aging parents. It's not an easy task, especially for those with children still living at home.
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Most older people are independent. But later in life, you or someone you love may need help with everyday activities, such as shopping, cooking and bathing.
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When a friend shows signs of abusing alcohol or other drugs, it's hard to know what to do or say.
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We expect people to act in certain ways. When their behavior is difficult, we expect them to change in response to care or attention. But people with Alzheimer's can't change.
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Take action if you suspect a friend and/or family member suffers from depression. It's a condition that can cloud thinking and make people believe they aren't worth helping, so they often can't help themselves.
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Caring for someone you love who is sick or disabled is never easy. When the illness affects your loved one's state of mind, the demands placed on you can be especially difficult.
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