When a spouse goes to rehab for an addiction and/or mental health condition, everything changes at home. This is all so new, and the situation going forward is both anxiety-provoking and uncertain. What's involved in supporting a loved one in rehab? How does one help and not hinder a spouse in early recovery? Will the ... Read More
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Treatment of Phobias
Everyone is afraid of something or someone, but phobias go deeper than that. Specific phobias can be overwhelming and are complex disorders to treat. The National Institute of Mental Health notes that 2007 data shows 9.1% of U.S. adults had some type of specific phobia in the previous year, and 12.5% struggled with ... Read More
Veteran’s Guide for Mental Health & Addiction Treatment
Seeking Help as a Veteran Veterans have served as the backbone of our nation since its founding, paying the ultimate price to safeguard citizens' freedom and ensure national security. As a result of this, many men and women who have served in the armed forces have experienced or been exposed to extreme stress and ... Read More
5 Tips for Disclosing Recovery in Dating
Making it through recovery is a large commitment and can take a significant investment in time and energy. The process is never easy, particularly for those just out of rehabilitation and working to acclimate to normal life once again. However, many facets of life change after treatment. From finding employment to ... Read More
Benzo Addiction Treatment and Detox
Getting past dependence or addiction to benzodiazepines requires more than a spur-of-the-moment decision or a stated desire to become drug-free. It requires benzo detox first, followed by professional drug rehab to ensure the most successful treatment outcome. How Is Benzo Addiction Treated? Treatment for benzo ... Read More
Signs and Symptoms of Trauma
A majority of Americans will experience at least one traumatic event at some point in their lives, and for many, the psychological effects are profound and long-lasting. The Mental Effects of Trauma If you've experienced an extremely disturbing or stressful event that made you feel helpless or very fearful, then you ... Read More
The Rise of Binge Drinking Among Women: A Growing Health Concern
The United States has a binge drinking problem. Popular among high school students, college students and even adults, drinking heavily on a regular basis is a normal thing for far too many people. Around 1 in 6 American adults binge drinks at least four times a month, and for college students, the number is closer to ... Read More
Could a Recreation Therapy Treatment Plan Help With Addiction?
Does Therapy Help? Addiction affects every person differently. It may take years of use to become addicted to a substance, or the user may fall in love with a substance on the first use. This also applies to therapy used once in recovery from the addiction. There are many types, and it may take a couple tries to find ... Read More
