IV therapy, or IV drip therapy, is a term used frequently to describe the process of pushing fluids into the body to enhance the health and well-being of a client. This isn’t a new service or treatment. Up to 80 percent of people who are hospitalized receive some type of intravenous therapy during their admission, ... Read More
Rehab Explained
Seeking treatment for mental health or substance abuse can be confusing. What is the treatment like? Why are there groups? What methods are used to treat my condition? These are all common concerns for patients seeking rehabilitation and we want to answer them in this section. Our articles are informed by our licensed mental health and substance abuse facility and help you understand how a rehab facility operates and treats the patient.
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12-Step Tips for Identifying Character Defects
The 12-step process was developed by Alcoholics Anonymous founder Bill Wilson in 1935 and is now employed by many rehabilitation groups around the world. By working through 12 detailed steps intended to help those with substance abuse issues find acceptance, face reality and make amends, people are able to navigate a ... Read More
A Recovery Playbook for Meth: The Stages of Withdrawal
Meth is an extremely addictive drug, with psychological and biological factors coming into play to increase the chance that someone will repeatedly return to using the drug. The high of meth is intense and leaves the person with a major crash after the drug has left the system. Many people almost immediately begin ... Read More
Common Mental Health Assessments & How Pros Read Them
Mental health evaluations are a popular way for professionals to assess an individual's mental state. There are many types of mental disorder tests out there, but some are generally more common than others. If you have an upcoming mental health test and are feeling nervous about it, you've come to the right place for ... Read More
Countertransference and Transference: Understanding the Phenomenon to Improve Therapy
Psychoanalytic theory introduced the concepts of transference and countertransference. Today, clinicians use these terms across disciplines and theories to describe the relationship dynamics between professionals and the people they treat. High success rates suggest that psychotherapy can aid clients with depression, ... Read More
5 Touted Benefits of a “Sensory Deprivation Tank”
Does sensory deprivation tank therapy really help reduce depression and anxiety? Float therapy is an alternative treatment for mild depression and anxiety that aims to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, and even some medical conditions. But, what does science say about the benefits of short-term sensory ... Read More
NARM or “NeuroAffective Relational Model”: What It Means
The "NARM" therapy explanation can be a game-changer in treating complex trauma. "NARM," or "NeuroAffective Relational Model," is a new treatment approach offering promise in healing complex trauma and complex PTSD. Yet, for those seeking the best trauma-informed care for themselves or loved ones, the NARM therapy ... Read More
Questions to Ask When Vetting Online Therapists
Online mental health therapy is growing in popularity in the United States. Unlike traditional counseling, where you must travel to a practitioner's office, teletherapy allows you to receive treatment from your home. While online therapy is a new approach to mental health treatment, studies suggest it can be just as ... Read More
