Reading Time: 4 MinutesDrunk driving may or may not be a sign of an alcohol use disorder, but it is a sign of poor judgment and decision-making when under the influence of alcohol. Alcohol is the most commonly used mind-altering substance in the United States. The brain and drunk driving Alcohol interferes with the decision-making process in the […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAs we welcome 2023 and get back into work mode, one thing often comes up at the turn of every annual calendar; performance evaluations which often go hand in hand with a potential raise. Whether a cost of living or a performance raise, this pay increase can be exciting. Still, it can also cause a […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesFeeling stressed, lonely, or sad around the holidays? Change your routine! KEY POINTS Identify your triggers. Give yourself permission to feel your emotions. Limit or take a break from social media. Practice self-compassion this holiday season. For many, the holidays can bring about feelings of depression, anxiety, envy, and even dread and despair, rather than joy and merriment. […]
Reading Time: 2 MinutesSome things are so simple, we just need to give ourselves permission! Don’t want to make homemade apple pie? Bring a frozen one. Can’t afford the employee gift exchange? Politely opt out. Not willing to spend the night at a relative’s house? Book a hotel stay instead. Your mental health can’t afford not to have […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAs we run into the holiday season, the new year is right around the corner. Welcoming 2023 may seem daunting, however, the New Year can be a fresh start, a way to celebrate your recovery and kickstart your mental health routine. It is important to note that setting goals for the New Year while in […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesTraumatic events can result in severe emotional and mental unresolved anguish leading to mental health and substance abuse disorders. Many individuals may not be able to function within a healthy relationship or feel as though they are worthy enough to thrive in society. Individuals often seek treatment not for their trauma but for other issues […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesVolunteering in addiction recovery is the opposite of an active drug and alcohol addiction. Volunteer work is a selfless act, whether it is time spent at homeless shelters, raising money for your favorite charity, or spending your free time tutoring underprivileged children. Many believe that substance abuse is selfish, as many individuals engage in substance […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesI’m Not Drinking This Holiday Season. Why Can’t We Just Say It? It can be pretty unsettling to think about declining alcohol in an environment conducive to alcohol. Alcohol flows freely during the holidays, whether at holiday parties, around the dinner table, or during meal preparation. Many questions arise during the holidays and make us […]
Reading Time: < 1 MinutesObsessive-Compulsive Disorder Living a happy and fulfilling life with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a definite possibility. AKUA Mind & Body is here to help! We utilize a blended therapy approach to treat the whole person, taking mental and social factors into consideration, rather than treating just the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Our treatment program provides […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesTips for Surviving the Holidays in Recovery. The saying that “the holidays are stressful for everyone” has become the cliché we hear year after year. But, like most clichés, it’s rooted in truth. Take your average person, even without substance or alcohol abuse issues, and put them in a room full of distant family members […]
