by Todd Taylor | Jul 6, 2022 | Addiction
Addictions often involve actions that are taken for immediate gratification. You may have heard of this term, but what is it exactly, and how can it be overcome? What Is Immediate Gratification? Immediate gratification describes the desire to take action to gain a... 
by Todd Taylor | Jul 5, 2022 | Addiction
Mental health is often viewed as a sensitive topic that should not be regularly discussed. While the effects some individuals experience due to mental health issues is sensitive, shying away from the discussion of these effects can cause people to neglect to ask for... 
by Todd Taylor | Jun 28, 2022 | Addiction
If you are regularly using nicotine, it may not seem to not have consequences on your everyday life, but it is taking a toll on your body’s ability to function properly. The consistent use of nicotine can lead to a greatly increased risk of many diseases and... 
by Todd Taylor | Jun 28, 2022 | Addiction
There are many therapeutic options for people in the addiction recovery treatment. You may have heard of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), but how much do you know about it? What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy? CBT works to establish a clear mindset of your thought... 
by Todd Taylor | Jun 26, 2022 | Addiction
Dealing with substance use disorder (SUD) can cause many individuals to feel overwhelmed and stressed with the recovery process. There are many obstacles to overcome and many situations that may bring negative feelings throughout recovery. Learning to regulate these... 
by Todd Taylor | Jun 25, 2022 | Addiction
Some scientists believe the effects of dopamine transmitters play a major role in addiction and other mental health disorders. This idea is known as the dopamine theory. How Does the Dopamine Theory Explain Addiction? When an activity causes the release of dopamine in...
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