Psychological Changes From Addiction

Psychological Changes From Addiction

Physically, areas of the brain are altered through the addiction cycle. The prefrontal cortex is altered drastically as well as the limbic system. The effects on these physical systems in our body can cause a variety of psychological changes that may become additional...
Economic Effects of Substance Abuse

Economic Effects of Substance Abuse

If you struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), you may think it only affects you and the people close to you. However, the incidence of substance abuse has huge impacts on the economy as a whole. When you understand the financial effects of addiction, you will be...
What Are the 5 Stages of Recovery?

What Are the 5 Stages of Recovery?

The five stages of recovery are essential to understand to help you work through the recovery process. Think of these stages as your steps to success that will lead you to a substance-free life. Determine which stage you are currently in and plan how you can work your...
REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD)

REM Sleep Behavior Disorder (RBD)

Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep behavior disorder (RBD) is a disorder in which sleep is interrupted by vivid nightmares or dreams that cause the individual to physically act out their visional experience. If you have this disorder, during the REM cycle of sleep, your...

Benefits of Yoga on Recovery

Yoga has a variety of benefits for both physical and mental health. Anyone can enjoy these benefits, but they can be especially helpful to people in addiction recovery to help them keep their emotional and physical balance during this time of change.  History of...
How Can I Overcome an Opioid Addiction?

How Can I Overcome an Opioid Addiction?

Opioids are often prescribed drugs that are intended to help relieve pain after surgeries or major health complications. These medications can be effective at alleviating pain to a greater extent than over-the-counter medications. Unfortunately, they can be extremely...
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