The Importance of a Peer Support Group During Recovery
Humans are naturally social creatures. In fact, loneliness and feelings of isolation are typical triggers for substance use and relapse. However, this need to be included in a collective can also be used as a powerful therapeutic tool. Because of this, group therapy and support groups are some of the more common methods for addiction recovery treatment. […]
3 Most Common Challenges of Sobriety
Overcoming a substance use disorder is no easy task. When a person abuses alcohol or drugs for a prolonged period of time, it changes the way their brain works. The detox process can be unpleasant, if not painful, and life-threatening. And even after detox is completed, the road to full recovery is only just beginning. […]
5 Ways to Prevent Addiction Relapse
The road to recovery from addiction is not an easy one. It’s not uncommon for someone to return to old habits of substance use. Accepting that a relapse is possible, and preparing for it, is the key to recovery and long-term sobriety. Including relapse prevention therapy in a patient’s addiction treatment program can contribute greatly to successful […]
How Are Addiction and Trauma Connected?
Traumatic events have a large influence on a person’s psyche. Some events are so significant that they can change a person’s entire outlook on life. Whether it’s the loss of a relationship, the death of a parent or sibling, or abuse a person experienced as a child, these situations can affect your mental health. It’s […]
Should I Choose a 12-Step Rehab Program?
If you’ve ever heard of Alcoholics Anonymous, then you’ve already heard of the first 12-step rehab program. However, despite the many successes of this type of program, there is a lot of confusion regarding how these programs work and who is best suited to join them. Many aspects of the program itself are widely misconstrued […]
5 Long-Term Effects of Heroin
The opioid epidemic is an ongoing concern in communities across America. In fact, the nation’s rate of serious opioid problems has grown even higher in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Most of these problems are related to the use of fentanyl and other powerful medications. However, heroin use is still a significant factor. Over […]
What Are the Signs of Alcoholism?
Year in and year out, the need for alcohol addiction treatment is a reality for millions of Americans. However, for various reasons, not everyone who needs professional recovery help will seek it out. Concerned that you or someone you know is addicted to alcohol? You can’t get a definitive answer for your suspicions without a doctor’s diagnosis. […]