by Seneca | Apr 12, 2022 | Alcohol Use, Mental Health
Alcoholism and alcohol use disorder have long been connected in the addiction and medical communities. Because they are so often linked to one another, they have become almost synonyms. In most people’s minds, problematic drinking is the same as alcoholism. We...
by Seneca | Mar 28, 2022 | Bipolar Disorder, Mental Health
Today is World Bipolar Day –– a disorder that affects nearly 2.3 million Americans or 1% of the American population. Furthermore, an estimated 17.4 million people suffer from some depressive disorder or another. If you have bipolar disorder, we want you to know...
by Seneca | Mar 2, 2022 | Depression, Eating Disorders, Mental Health, Trauma
Self-harm or self-injury occurs when someone purposely hurts themselves in a non-lethal way. According to a recent study, about 15% of college students studied had self-injured at least once –– that number increased to 17% for adolescents. You might be tempted to...
by Seneca | Jan 18, 2022 | Mental Health, Seneca, Substance Use
Chances are you, or someone you know has suffered from alcoholism or substance abuse. In 2019, West Virginia had the highest drug overdose-related death rate in the US, coming in at a staggering 52.8% per 100,000 residents. Hence, as a individual it is always better...
by Seneca | Jan 5, 2022 | Mental Health, Seneca, Substance Use
A substance use disorder (SUD) is a complex condition that can influence almost every aspect of a person’s life, but recognizing a loved one’s “off” behavior early on can be difficult. A SUD is usually a hidden problem, and refusal to...
by Seneca | Nov 9, 2021 | Children and Adolescents, Mental Health, Seneca
There is nothing worse than watching your child suffer, and if you suspect your child is dealing with a mental illness, it can be challenging to know what steps to take. At Seneca Health Services, we offer adolescent and child outpatient services. We are here for you...
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