Addiction and Its Relationship to Other Psychiatric Problems

Mental illness is a common issue. In fact, the National Institute of Mental Health estimates that close to one in five adults in the U.S. lives with a mental illness. Addiction is also a common problem, and sometimes, addiction and other mental illnesses co-occur. Fortunately, psychiatrists like Dr. Mark Stracks of Psy-Visions understand the complex […]

Finding the Right Psychiatrist for Your Teenager

A psychiatrist can provide support to your teen and help them deal with any mental health issues they may be having. There are many different types of psychiatrists and finding the best and most qualified one to help your teenager can be difficult. When finding the right psychiatrist for your teenager, choose from a pool […]

Getting Help for Addictions

First thing’s first. Addiction is an illness. It is not a sign of weakness, in fact, admitting you may have a problem and seeking help is one of the bravest things you can do. But where do you start to get the help you need to overcome something that seems stronger than every part of […]