by | Mar 25, 2023 | Addiction
Music therapy is a new form of therapy being used both in one-on-one and in group settings. As its mental health benefits are being shown through research, it is becoming more and more of a common practice. It may be especially helpful for those in recovery from... 
by | Mar 24, 2023 | Recovery
Addiction recovery is a journey that requires commitment, determination, and dedication. This can be a long and challenging journey. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon to experience a loss of motivation or dedication along the way.How to Maintain... 
by | Mar 21, 2023 | Addiction
Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) is not only about the substance itself. To recover, you must seek to heal your past and your present. One way you can do this is through family therapy.Family therapy can help people heal trauma from the past. It also... 
by | Mar 20, 2023 | Recovery
The stigma surrounding addiction and mental illness is an unfortunate reality in our society. It can, for example, prevent individuals from getting the help and support they need. This can keep people isolated as they struggle with addiction and/or mental... 
by | Mar 18, 2023 | Addiction
Acupuncture is a form of traditional Chinese medicine. It has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of physical and emotional conditions. Some of its benefits may be especially helpful in addiction recovery.How Does Acupuncture Work?Acupuncture involves... 
by | Mar 14, 2023 | Recovery
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and alcoholism are debilitating psychiatric conditions that commonly co-occur. Most often, PTSD happens first, and alcohol is used to self-medicate some symptoms of PTSD.What Is PTSD?PTSD is an anxiety disorder characterized by... 
by | Mar 13, 2023 | Addiction
Opioids are depressant drugs with analgesic properties that come in many forms. They can be created from natural ingredients in plants or produced as synthetics. Sometimes, prescription opioid use is undertaken for short-term medical reasons.Unfortunately, opioid use... 
by | Mar 10, 2023 | Recovery
Humans are social creatures. We are born into a group and join other groups as we grow. The people we spend time with and the values of the groups we are in affect our beliefs, choices, and health. It should be no surprise, then, how effective group therapy is. After... 
by | Mar 9, 2023 | Addiction
Substance abuse is, without a doubt, harmful to the individual and the family. Additionally, treatment and recovery are primarily the responsibility of the individual and family, at least until they seek help.However, substance abuse has many negative side effects on... 
by | Mar 6, 2023 | Addiction
Going through alcohol withdrawal is the first step in recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD). Unfortunately, that is not an easy process. Alcohol withdrawal refers to the set of symptoms that occur when a person who has been drinking heavily suddenly stops or...
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