Self-Medication for Mental Health Issues: The Hidden Dangers
Unmanaged mental health challenges often lead individuals to seek relief in dangerous ways. One of the most harmful routes is self-medication—using drugs or alcohol to cope with anxiety, depression, PTSD, or trauma. At Amazonite Treatment Center, we help individuals break this destructive cycle and build healthier, lasting solutions. Understanding Self-Medication Self-medication happens when a person uses substances—like alcohol, prescription medications, or illicit drugs—without medical supervision to manage emotional or psychological distress. This may start as a temporary fix but often…