If you are a parent who is concerned about the possibility of your children developing substance use disorder (SUD), you can implement preventative measures. This starts with paying attention to their mental health. Mental illnesses like depression can be risk factors for future substance use. Mental Illness as a Risk Factor for Substance Use The … Read more
Science and clinical research matter to addiction treatment. Health professionals need evidence-based methods to provide effective healing. Recovering individuals and their families need scientific knowledge to navigate this difficult journey. Working with a treatment facility that adopts a science-based perspective on addiction recovery is the best way to get everything you need out of treatment. … Read more
You have probably heard health professionals speaking of substance addiction as a brain disease. Why is it viewed this way? Does the brain change with repeated substance use? The answer to this important question has profound implications for how the brain needs to be cared for during recovery. Treatment approaches that seek to improve the … Read more
Addiction recovery is like an uphill marathon. Things can get tough, and you may feel all is lost, including past efforts. Recovering individuals need motivation and a sense of hope to keep them going. There are many ways you can motivate your loved one to stay hopeful in recovery. The Importance of Continuous Motivation During … Read more
You may think relapse is only a real risk for people who have recently achieved sobriety. Indeed, the relapse rate for this population is high. However, even for people sober for many years, the risk of relapse is never zero. In fact, there are instances of relapse in those with years or even decades of … Read more
Family, holidays, and recovery can be a difficult mix. Holiday stress is real and comes in many forms. The high emotions and sometimes relational complications may create stress. Since holidays are also times when substance use is more prevalent, the mix can produce a perfect storm for people in recovery. To enjoy the presence of … Read more
