With the new year just around the corner, expect to hear lots of buzz in the media and on your social media feeds about New Year's resolutions. It's the time of year when we're expected to set lofty goals around self-improvement, with healthier eating, improved exercise habits and saving more money topping the list of ... Read More
Help for You
Mental health and substance abuse issues are not rare, yet there is a stigma in admitting you need help. Seeking treating can be the turning point you need to live a better life. These articles explore the struggles addicts and those suffering from mental health conditions likely face or will be facing as you seek a better life. Here you’ll also find guidance as you find treatment, navigate early recovery and begin your new life.
4 Tips for Making New Year’s Resolutions That Make Sense
Anxiety: Medication vs. Meditation
There are many forms of anxiety that can have a dramatic impact on everything from your relationships to your likelihood of developing a substance abuse problem. They include obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), social phobia, panic attacks, and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD). ... Read More
Overcoming Obstacles to Getting Help
Asking for help is scary. It forces us to show our vulnerability and give up control over the situation facing us. It also makes us feel like we’re burdening the person we’re asking to help us. This is hard for a lot of people to do because of these mindsets, but it is necessary in most cases. An addiction disorder is ... Read More
Do You Have An Addictive Personality?
You may have heard that some people are more 'addiction prone' than others. Is it possible that identifying an individual at risk of becoming addicted to drugs and alcohol could be done earlier by noticing addictive personality traits? Is the 'addictive personality' a real thing, or is it just a casual ... Read More
Is Inpatient or Outpatient Therapy Right for Me?
When you're seeking help for addiction, one of the biggest choices is between a residential inpatient program or getting outpatient care. Comparing the pros and cons of each option can help you find the right program for your needs. What Is the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Care? The main difference ... Read More
How Long Does Rehab Take?
If you or a loved one is in need of care for an addiction or mental health condition, you may consider treatment from a rehab facility. With a busy life and schedule, the length of inpatient care is important to consider. So how long is rehab going to last? It depends on a number of factors. However, although every ... Read More
DUI’s A Common Outcome of Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol is the seventh leading risk factor for death and injury, according to a 2018 report in the New England Journal of Medicine. It also accounts for a greater burden on disease than any other drug except for tobacco. The most common disease caused by alcohol use is liver disease. In addition to these health risks, ... Read More
I Relapsed: Is There Hope For Me?
Human beings all make mistakes. Individuals trying to quit an addiction can sometimes feel bad and begin abusing again. This return to their old habits is called relapse, and while there are techniques for relapse prevention, sobriety can still be achieved even after relapse with the right support and proper ... Read More