3 Benefits of an Aftercare Program
Addiction recovery is a long process that often extends beyond the initial time in rehab. The months most individuals spend in this first step is small in comparison to the many years that can follow. For many of those in recovery, additional structures and support systems are needed to prevent relapse. One important program that […]
What’s the Difference Between CBT and DBT?
Many individuals suffering from addiction are, in reality using substances to cope with an untreated mental health issue. This is why in addiction treatment, a dual diagnosis approach is necessary for many individuals’ complete recovery. Two commonly used evidence-based therapies are cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). CBT is a process-based approach for […]
Symptoms of Heroin Withdrawal
In the U.S. in recent years, opiate abuse has become a public health crisis. Fatalities from overdosing on heroin, an opiate made from morphine, have quadrupled in less than a decade. Withdrawal symptoms occur when an individual is detoxing from a substance. Because of its highly addictive nature, heroin withdrawal is especially difficult to face […]
Why Should Women Have Life Skills Training?
Substance abuse can quickly take over all aspects of life. Everything suffers, from finances and decision-making to relationships and self-care. Entering rehab is a great first step toward recovery, but it’s equally important to remember that life continues after the program. For this reason, developing real-world skills is an essential part of holistic addiction treatment. […]
Why Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Could Help Your Relationships
People across the world struggle with anxiety and depression. Many battling these and other mental illnesses struggle silently in isolation. Both anxiety and depression can make it hard to connect with others and sustain healthy relationships. It can be equally hard for loved ones to understand anxiety and depression’s effects. Today, countless therapy options provide […]
Benzo Withdrawal Symptoms
Benzodiazepines, also known as benzos, are prescribed every day across the country. Designed for short-term use, Benzos can help lower anxiety and insomnia. Many take them after a big life event or crisis to help create a sense of calm. Nearly 50 million prescriptions are written across the US for benzos each year. Because benzos […]
5 Tips for Sober Living this Holiday Season
The holidays can be especially hard for those in recovery. Parties, family, financial strain, and exposure to social drinking can be overwhelming. Holiday parties and family gatherings can feel stressful for those seeking a sober holiday through a sober living program or other sobriety programs. With the support of others in sober living programs, those […]
Am I Addicted to Adderall?
Today, people across the country struggle with substance addiction. Many consider alcohol and drugs like heroin and meth to be more dangerous than other addictive substances. In reality, thousands of people every day struggle with prescription drug addiction. Some take opioids like Vicodin, while others take benzos like Klonopin to calm their nervous systems. These […]
Addiction Treatment and Recovery
Addictions of any kind affect the lives of families, friends, and loved ones of those struggling with addiction. Often, the first step to addiction treatment and recovery is realizing the need for treatment and desiring change. The willingness to change patterns, break addictive cycles, and seek out addiction treatment and recovery programs can begin the […]
Recovery Meetings near Me
Support systems are often the key to addiction recovery. Group therapy provides solidarity, accountability and often helps those struggling with addiction realize that they are not alone in their addiction. For many, a local 12-step program or regular group recovery meeting serves as the foundation to recovery at any stage of life. Local group meetings […]