Substance-Induced Mood Disorders
Many people do not realize that there is a connection between their mood and their abuse of alcohol or drugs. There is a reason they are...
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MOOD ISSUES (DEPRESSSION & ANXIETY)
How Therapy Helps Mood-Related Issues
Therapy is recommended if you are experiencing mood-related issues like depression or anxiety due to the complex nature of these conditions. Here are a few reasons why you may benefit from therapy:
1. Professional guidance: Therapists are trained professionals who specialize in understanding and treating mood-related issues. They provide valuable guidance and support to you, helping you navigate their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in a safe and confidential environment.
2. Identifying underlying causes: Therapy helps you explore the underlying causes and triggers
of their depression or anxiety. It can uncover past traumas, unresolved conflicts, or negative thinking patterns that contribute to these conditions. By addressing these root causes, therapy aims to bring about lasting positive changes.
3. Developing coping strategies: Therapy equips you with effective coping strategies to manage your symptoms. Therapists teach practical techniques such as relaxation exercises, stress management, and problem-solving skills. Learning these strategies empowers you to handle challenging situations, regulate your emotions, and reduce the impact of mood-related issues on your daily life.
4. Challenging negative thinking: Depression and anxiety often involve distorted and negative thinking patterns. Through therapy, you learn to identify and challenge these negative thoughts, replacing them with more realistic and positive ones. This process, known as cognitive restructuring, helps you develop healthier perspectives and beliefs about yourself and the world around you.
5. Supportive environment: Therapy provides a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can express your feelings openly. It allows you to be heard, validated, and understood by a trained professional. This support helps reduce feelings of isolation, encourages self-compassion, and fosters a sense of connection and belonging.
6. Complement to medication: If you have been prescribed medication for mood-related issues, therapy can complement pharmacological treatment. Therapists can work collaboratively with psychiatrists or other healthcare providers to ensure a comprehensive and integrated approach to managing symptoms.
It's important to note that therapy is a personalized and individualized process. Different therapeutic approaches, such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, or mindfulness-based therapies, may be utilized depending on your needs and preferences. Overall, therapy offers a holistic and effective approach to help you overcome mood-related issues, improve their well-being, and enhance your overall quality of life.
In summary, substance-induced mood disorder is a condition in which substance use directly impacts an individual's mood, leading to depressive, manic, or mixed symptoms. Recognizing the connection between substance abuse and mental health is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment, as addressing both aspects is essential for recovery and well-being.
About Dr. Luttrell
Dr. Luttrell can help you reconnect and realign with your truth authentic self by restoring emotional intimacy with yourself, partner, family, business, or spiritual relationships. He believes that understanding emotions are important to overcome obstacles of shame, fear, or shame-based cycles of addiction. His focus areas tend to be on romantic relationships, sexuality, the impact of hurtful habits, and spirituality.
Testimonial
"Dr. Luttrell is very professional. He strives to obtain the most helpful resources for clients and keep up to date on relevant approaches to aid clients in their therapy journey. He is friendly and approachable and highly empathic."
- Vanessa Q. (former colleague)
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