During and following their service to our nation, members of the armed forces experience things that are unique to being in the military and that can take a significant toll on their well-being, leading to mental illness and addiction in some cases. At Cottonwood in Tucson, Arizona, we are proud to partner with PsychArmor and...Read More

Many people who have mental health diagnoses also have substance use disorders and vice versa. This is sometimes referred to as co-occurring disorders or having a dual diagnosis. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we have an internationally respected co-occurring disorders program. The Chicken or the Egg? Substance misuse is twice as common among adults with...Read More

Research has indicated that interacting with animals can help people improve their mental health and decrease loneliness. At Cottonwood in Tucson, Arizona, we treat a wide range of behavioral health conditions, including substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, process addictions, and eating disorders. We believe in taking a holistic approach to treatment,...Read More

Social media has only been with us for about 20 years, but in that time it has transformed the way we communicate. No one would question the fact that it has had a huge impact on the culture of the Western world and beyond. But what happens when you get too much of a good...Read More

An anxiety disorder can have a tremendous impact on your quality of life. Most people who have ever experienced serious social anxiety, PTSD, or panic attacks struggle to understand just how drastically these conditions can affect everyday life. However regular use of a controlled substance like benzodiazepines often comes with a host of other concerns. ...Read More

As America has struggled with addiction over the past several decades, addiction treatment has been undergoing an evolution of sorts. The term holistic may seem a bit overused these days, but holistic addiction treatment is more than just a buzzword.  In this article, Cottonwood Tucson Explores what makes holistic addiction treatment different from traditional treatment...Read More

Most experts agree that the most effective regimen will include a combination of approaches if you’re trying to improve your mental health. These may include mental health treatment that includes, psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy — but wellness practices like meditation are also proven to deliver results.  In this article, Cottonwood Tucson explores the mental health benefits...Read More

Mental health specialists long suspected there were links between trauma and addiction. Just as traumatic experiences have an impact on other avenues of mental health, addiction can arise as a response to trauma symptoms.  In this article, Cottonwood Tucson examines the connections between trauma and addiction and how trauma-informed substance use disorder treatment is making...Read More

The past two decades have been especially challenging for America’s veterans. The War on Terror has meant traumatic combat experience for many of them. Between 2001 and 2022, nearly 3 million military personnel have served in war operations in Afghanistan and Iraq. In addition, there are another 12-15 million veterans alive in the U.S. today....Read More

Trauma affects the brain in many ways, perhaps the most important longer term effect is the creation of triggers and associations towards other stimuli in life that cause a person to unnecessarily experience a fight or flight response. Trauma is an integral part of the human experience. Every one of us has experienced trauma in...Read More