As a mother in recovery, I have had quite the experience of raising two beautiful children while also working a full-time job and maintaining my sobriety. Recovery is full of ups and downs for all of us, and especially adventurous for the mothers in recovery. By nature, mothers are often nurturing, compassionate ... Read More
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Will Insurance Cover Treatment for Weed Addiction?
In recent years, medical and recreational marijuana has been legalized in many states. While this has created only a slight uptick in use, its legalization has fostered the idea that weed is not harmful or addictive, and is therefore something that you can easily quit on your own. Unfortunately, for many who realize ... Read More
Early Signs of Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder, also called manic-depressive illness, is a lifelong disorder of the brain characterized by periods of mood swings, shifts in energy, levels of activity, and the ability to carry out everyday tasks. When an individual is having a bipolar episode, they may either feel "up" and experience "manic" ... Read More
Recognizing Addiction in a Loved One by Symptoms of Drug Use
Active addicts live a life of secrecy and lies, which makes it difficult for the people who love them to recognize the signs of addiction. As difficult as it may be to identify a problem, there are things you can look for that are common signs of drug abuse. It is also a good idea to look for distinct behavioral ... Read More
ADHD Statistics
Attention deficit disorder (ADD) is a neurological disorder that makes it hard to concentrate and can cause a wealth of behavioral problems, including impulsivity and hyperactivity. It is associated with a broad functional impairment. Because there are several forms of the disorder, it can be incorrectly diagnosed and ... Read More
Dual Diagnosis Treatment Centers Florida
Finding Dual Diagnosis Treatment in Florida Dual diagnosis treatment centers in Florida have made a big difference for thousands of individuals struggling with substance abuse or addiction as well as a mental or behavioral health disorder. In dual diagnosis treatment programs, clients are treated for both psychiatric ... Read More
Questions to Ask Residential Treatment Facilities
You've decided it's time to take control of your life and check yourself into a rehab center. Now it's time to choose the right treatment facility — one that offers the right combination of services, support and quality assurances to ensure you get the help you need. Here are the top 10 questions you need to ask when ... Read More
New Neurotherapy Techniques: Methods for Addiction Treatment
Addiction is a disease, but its treatment is quite different from other medical conditions. Unlike many health issues, there is no cure or addiction "fix" that heals all pain brought on by addiction. Addiction is a psychological issue; a disease of the brain. If the underlying root of addiction comes from brain ... Read More
