Unfortunately, denial is common among people with substance use disorder (SUD). It is also one of the major barriers to treatment. To begin receiving treatment and overcoming SUD, one must first overcome denial so they can accept their need for help. Once denial has been removed, treatment can be more successful and recovery more lasting. … Read more
You may have heard about the importance of maintaining a work-life balance to achieve wellness. Did you know that a balanced lifestyle has a certain rhythm to it too? Many health experts emphasize that being aware of this balanced life rhythm can best promote positive health outcomes. Parting ways with chaotic disorder while rebuilding this … Read more
Do you have a loved one who is suffering from substance addiction but hesitates to seek treatment because of stigma? Unfortunately, negative attitudes and beliefs toward people who struggle with addiction are common. Such is also the case for people struggling with mental health conditions. Stigmatization is harmful in many ways, not least of which … Read more
If you have a loved one who is receiving addiction treatment and has achieved sobriety, that is a big milestone to celebrate. Now, you get to step in and encourage them to keep their progress going strong. It is important to acknowledge their accomplishments, which will keep them motivated. Acknowledging Their Hard Work in Reaching … Read more
Are you or a loved one considering entering treatment for substance use? That is certainly a milestone to celebrate. Now that you’ve gotten here, do you know how to choose a quality treatment center? Like all health care, effective treatment requires tailoring the level of care to meet the needs of individuals. With the number … Read more
Is your substance addiction related to past traumatic experiences? Did you know that trauma-informed care can grant you higher chances of full recovery? In the field of addiction recovery, the trauma-informed approach has been proven highly effective to all age groups. Many treatment centers are using the principles of trauma-informed care to support recovering individuals. … Read more
Have you heard of the term “holistic treatment” in addiction recovery? Holistic healing is an approach that considers the needs of the whole person—mind, body, emotions, and spirit. Holistic treatment tends to utilize traditional methods in conjunction with more unconventional ways of treating people with addiction. These supplementary tools can help prevent relapse and related … Read more
For adolescents and young adults seeking treatment for substance addiction, gender-specific programs might provide a higher level of care than traditional treatment approaches. What exactly does gender-specific treatment entail? How can it impact a young person’s recovery? Who Needs Gender-Specific Treatment for Addiction? For a long time, medical research about substance addiction has focused on … Read more
Do you believe in the power of positivity? For people who are going through addiction recovery, a positive outlook on life can go a long way. What makes recovery sustainable is one’s motivation, and positive thinking can become the fuel to renew motivation. Positivity goes beyond this to include gratitude, hope, humility, and resilience when … Read more
People with substance addiction tend to develop co-occurring mental health problems because both conditions share many root causes and affect similar areas of the brain. The interconnectivity between these two conditions has been seen more acutely during the pandemic. In any case, full recovery requires that both addiction and mental health issues be treated simultaneously. … Read more
