Reading Time: 4 MinutesImagine someone with major depressive disorder, aka depression. Do they exhibit sad facial expressions with deep dark circles under their eyes? Are they in a black and white photo with their hands pressed up against their head? What about someone with anxiety? Does the image depict an individual with jumbled words coming out of their […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesAs we dive deep into the holiday season, the new year is right around the corner. Welcoming 2022 may seem daunting as the COVID pandemic and economy still worry many people about their futures. However, the New Year can be a fresh start, a way to celebrate your recovery and kickstart your mental health routine. […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesDecember kicks off in full swing into the holiday season. However, you choose to celebrate it, the holiday season is supposed to be a joyous time of year aimed to bring friends, family, and neighbors together. However, with all the excitement and joy, there are often moments of stress and anxiety for those in recovery […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesGoing home for the holidays always sounds nice in theory. The Hallmark Channel has hundreds of shows dedicated to holiday homecomings every year. However, life does not always resemble those movies. In fact, for those in recovery, it can be a painful event. This may also be the first time you or the family will […]
Reading Time: < 1 MinutesAndrea Dressler, Vice president of Community Relations at Akua Mind & Body will be facilitating an online event for Ohana Families on the 7th of December 2021. The topic of discussion will be Safeguarding Recovery from Addiction and Mental Illness during the Holidays. Meeting Link: https://tinyurl.com/OhanaSupport Meeting ID: 86543531016 Passcode: 003841 Date: Dec. 7, 2021 […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesThe holidays can be a joyous time to spend with family and friends and get into the festive holiday spirit, but for many, this time of year can also bring an insurmountable amount of stress and grief. Being in recovery during the holidays can sometimes bring feelings of loneliness or even temptation. Maybe you are […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesAkua is grateful for our amazing team of compassionate professionals whose mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change. Each month we recognize staff that are going above and beyond in providing the highest quality care for our clients. Congratulations to all of the Akua Warriors for October 2021! Harsha Gupta, Outreach ( First-ever 3 […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesSedative/hypnotics are a class of medications (mainly prescription) that work on the central nervous system as depressants for individuals with anxiety disorders or sleep disorders. There are two main types of sedative/hypnotics: benzodiazepines and Z-drugs. Common benzodiazepines include Xanax (alprazolam), Librium (chlordiazepoxide), Valium (diazepam), and Ativan (lorazepam). Common Z-drugs include Ambien (zolpidem), Lunesta (eszopiclone), and […]
Reading Time: < 1 MinutesAkua is a team of compassionate professionals whose mission is to create an environment of healing and transformation for each client seeking change. Akua provides the highest quality care throughout the whole journey to recovery. We combine treatment for the mind, body, and spirit in a holistic therapeutic method. Our integrative, psychodynamic approach, combines physical, […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesActive-duty military members and veterans often face challenges when readjusting to civilian life. For some, this can lead to drug or alcohol use to cope with trauma, stress, or other mental health concerns. As we acknowledge Veterans Day, a federal holiday in the United States that honors our veterans who sacrificed their lives for our […]
