October is ADHD Awareness and Empowerment Month, so there is no better time to increase your understanding of this very common condition. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we treat a number of behavioral health disorders that can co-occur with ADHD, so it is good for our patients and their loved ones to understand how it...Read More
It is important for people in recovery to understand how the changing of the seasons can impact their mental and chemical health. One factor that can play a role in both of these is seasonal affective disorder (SAD). At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we offer residential and outpatient services for people with mental health, substance...Read More
If your job takes precedence over the rest of your life, preventing you from engaging in hobbies, spending time with loved ones, or just relaxing, you might be stuck in hustle culture. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we think it’s important for people to examine the choices they are making, whether by default or intention,...Read More
On its surface, perfectionism seems like a desirable trait for a person to have. One might assume that striving for the highest possible performance would lead to fulfillment, achievement, and productivity. Unfortunately, research has not found this to be the case. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we treat a number of behavioral health conditions that...Read More
As we enter July, you may be finding that you’ve been invigorated by the end of winter and the opportunity for summer fun. On the other hand, you may be someone who struggles to adjust to the hotter, less structured months of the year. Wherever you find yourself on this spectrum, Cottonwood in Tucson, Arizona,...Read More
When treating a patient who is experiencing mental health concerns, it is important to understand and support all of the various aspects of their being. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we recognize that gender identity can have a huge influence on how our clients view mental health and which interventions are most likely to meet...Read More
Everyone gets the blues now and then or feels a little sad sometimes. However, clinical depression is a valid mental health disorder with many distinct variations. Similar to anxiety and addiction, depression can also worsen substance and alcohol use if not treated effectively. So it’s important to learn about the different types of depression and...Read More
When you think of someone with an eating disorder, does a specific image come to mind—perhaps a young, thin woman? If so, you’re not alone. Many people carry unconscious biases about who struggles with eating disorders, often overlooking the reality that these conditions affect people of all genders, ages, and body types. That’s why the...Read More
May is National Foster Care Month, a time to bring awareness to the experiences of young people in foster care and the adults who have previously lived in the child welfare system. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we provide treatment for mental health and substance use disorders. People who have lived in foster care are...Read More
The first Friday of June is designated as National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Firearms kill nearly 50,000 people in America every year. Although homicides are often more high-profile, guns are the leading method of suicide in our country. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we want to help people stay safe during times of crisis by...Read More
