If you’ve tried to cut back and found that you couldn’t, you’re not weak and you’re not alone. What you’re up against isn’t a lack of commitment. It’s biology If you’ve tried to cut back on drinking and found that you couldn’t, you already know that deciding to stop isn’t the same as being able […]
You’ve probably said it before: “I’ll just have one tonight.” “I’ll take a break this week.” “I need to get this under control.” And maybe sometimes you follow through. But other times, it doesn’t go the way you planned. You drink more than you meant to. Or you find yourself going back to it again, […]
It doesn’t usually start as a problem. At first, alcohol might feel like a way to take the edge off—a way to relax after a long day, quiet your thoughts, or feel more at ease in your own mind. And for a while, it works. But over time, you might notice something shifting. What used […]
Dieting is often seen as a normal part of life—something people do to feel healthier, more in control, or more confident. But for many individuals, dieting can slowly shift from a temporary habit into something more rigid, stressful, and consuming. If you’ve ever wondered whether your approach to dieting has crossed a line, that question […]
Have you ever been excited to eat a delicious cake or some good-old cookies only to feel guilty afterwards? If that’s the case, you’re not alone. Food guilt can present in a lot of different ways: discomfort, doubt, or a sense that something isn’t quite right. However, food guilt is rarely recognized as part of […]
Living with both mental health challenges and substance use concerns can feel confusing, isolating, and overwhelming. Many people aren’t sure where one condition ends and the other begins—or whether they’re even connected at all. These experiences are known as co-occurring disorders, sometimes called a dual diagnosis, and they are far more common than many people […]
For many adults, eating has never felt simple or intuitive. Meals may bring stress instead of nourishment, and food choices can feel rigid, limited, or overwhelming. Yet for years, these struggles have often been dismissed as “picky eating,” anxiety, or a medical issue without a clear explanation. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) is an eating […]
Transitioning from military or first responder service into civilian life can bring challenges that feel heavy and isolating. Veterans often carry the weight of trauma, high-stress environments, and years spent caring for others before caring for themselves. When symptoms of PTSD, depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, or other mental health conditions begin to interfere with […]
Getting help for an eating disorder can bring up a lot of emotions, especially when you are trying to understand what treatment looks like or where to begin. Many individuals and families have turned to Sanford Behavioral Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for trustworthy guidance and compassionate support as they navigate symptoms, concerns, and the […]
Living with treatment-resistant depression (TRD) or major depressive disorder (MDD) can feel isolating and overwhelming. When traditional treatments haven’t eased your symptoms, it’s natural to seek new options. If you’re an adult in Grand Rapids or across West Michigan living with hard-to-treat depression, esketamine (SPRAVATO) offered at Sanford Behavioral Health’s SPRAVATO clinic may provide the […]
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