person with high functioning depression sitting on couch

Signs of High Functioning Depression

Dual Diagnosis, Health and Wellness, Mental HealthBy Oceanfront Recovery

Mental health issues are far more common than people realize. Some of the most common mental health conditions involve depression and anxiety. When people think about mental health and depression, they often think about someone who struggles to get out of bed. Unfortunately, this can send the wrong message when it comes to depression because…

young girl on chair wondering how to deal with her depression and addiction

How to Deal With Depression and Addiction

Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Mental HealthBy Oceanfront Recovery

Depression and addiction are often closely linked, but this may surprise some people. After all, they might know someone who’s the life of the party when he drinks. But behind closed doors, a person who abuses drugs and alcohol can be profoundly depressed. Even worse, the addiction feeds into the depression, and vice versa. However,…