Videos Resources for Addiction, Recovery and Mental Health

To provide a full spectrum of resources for those living with addiction or mental health conditions and their loved ones, The Recovery Village created several video series about addiction, co-occurring disorders and recovery.

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What Causes Anxiety?

Doctors and researchers haven’t identified one specific reason why some people have anxiety, but they do believe there are some underlying risk factors.

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Physical Effects of Opioid Use

When you use opioids they affect your physical functions and health profoundly. These effects can be mild, such as drowsiness, or they can lead to a fatal overdose.

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Opioids and Opioid Use Disorders

Opioids are a class of drugs that can lead to both dependence and addiction. Understanding the difference and the signs of both can be an important part of getting help.

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How to Identify Your Anxiety Triggers

For many people with anxiety, their triggers are hidden and must be discovered. A journal can help you look at different situations and how they make you feel.

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How to Get Help for Anxiety?

If anxiety is interfering with your daily life, you might seek treatment from a medical professional, counselor or therapist.

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How to Cope with Anxiety?

Coping skills are your toolbox for anxiety, and they need to be individualized to fit into your life and work with your personality and circumstances.

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How is Depression Treated?

Depression is a complex but treatable mental disorder. The right treatment approach can dramatically improve your quality of life.

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How is Depression Diagnosed?

Depression is a diagnosable mental health condition, and there are different types. It’s important to speak with a qualified health care professional if you have symptoms.

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