by Marketing | Jun 27, 2022 | Addiction
Treatment for addiction recovery can involve different approaches and therapies. One option that has great benefits for many people is dialectical behavior therapy, but how can you decide if it’s right for you? What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy? Dialectical... 
by Marketing | 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 Marketing | 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... 
by Marketing | Jun 25, 2022 | Addiction
The terms dependence, tolerance, and addiction are very similar and are often used incorrectly to describe what an individual is experiencing. They are not interchangeable. Understanding the correct meaning of each term can help you recognize the different stages of... 
by Marketing | Jun 24, 2022 | Addiction
Medication can be a helpful component of recovery for many people. However, certain myths about medication can hinder their usefulness or even encourage dangerous use. To ensure your use of medication is safe and effective, learn to recognize these myths and... 
by Marketing | Jun 22, 2022 | Recovery
When struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you may need to handle many factors that threaten your recovery process. Codependency, for example, can bring about many challenges if not properly addressed. If you find that you are dealing with a combination of... 
by Marketing | Jun 21, 2022 | Addiction
Substance-induced psychosis can add a variety of new challenges when you are working with a patient in addiction recovery. Being aware of the potential onset and understanding how to best manage this disorder can ease the stress of recovery for your client and... 
by Marketing | Jun 21, 2022 | Recovery
The environments we choose to place ourselves in can significantly impact our ability to maintain a healthy mental state and work through recovery. Considering the different types of environments that you will encounter in your daily life can help you determine if... 
by Marketing | Jun 20, 2022 | 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... 
by Marketing | Jun 19, 2022 | Recovery
As you work through the process of addiction recovery, you may hear stories of people who stay trapped within the cycle of addiction and seem to be in and out of treatment forever. You may even be one of these people. Either way, the idea of needing to return to...
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