Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe New Year signals a new start, a whole new year to wipe your slate clean, and a chance to make lofty goals known as New Year’s resolutions. New Year’s resolutions can be troublesome for many individuals. On the one hand, these are a way to set high standards and new goals, but most of […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesSubstance use disorders, whether it is heroin, marijuana, alcohol, cocaine, or stimulants, no doubt, harvest secrecy, isolation, and deception. Individuals with a substance use disorder often live in a complex web of lies specifically designed to keep dangerous coping mechanisms in place and “protected” from those who sincerely want to help. Individuals will often hide […]
Reading Time: 3 Minutes“And after a long time the boy came back again. “I am sorry, Boy,” said the tree, “but I have nothing left to give you- My apples are gone.” “My teeth are too weak for apples,” said the boy. “My branches are gone,” said the tree. “You cannot swing on them-“ “I am too old […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesAddiction is a family disease, meaning that if an individual is struggling with a substance use disorder, it will affect the rest of the family in various ways. As they respond with a wide range of coping mechanisms, their reactive behaviors influence their loved one who is struggling with addiction. The family dysfunction that results […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesHow does your sexual orientation contribute to your addiction? Are you comfortable in your own skin? Have you told anyone your sexual orientation? Do you have anyone in your life that supports your sexual orientation? Have you told anyone about your struggle with addiction? In the early those of addiction treatment, LGBTQ individuals need support, […]
Reading Time: 5 MinutesMental health disorders can be described as any mental, behavioral, or emotional disorder that results in impairment in multiple aspects of an individual’s life. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, approximately one in five adults in the United States lives with a mental health disorder. There is a large amount of stigma attached […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesThe Goal of Substance Abuse Treatment The goal of substance abuse treatment is always sobriety. Staying away from drugs and alcohol, avoiding people who are associated with drugs and alcohol, and learning to control your unhealthy triggers and thoughts is the epitome of a successful recovery. However, sobriety is challenging for many different reasons. Change […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesDepression Symptoms & Recovery Factors Sorrow and worthlessness are the cornerstone feelings of depression. Many individuals, often feel as though they have no energy, hope, or drive, which can interfere with romantic relationships. It may sometimes be hard to open up to your romantic partner about your battle with depression. As a result, you may […]
Reading Time: 3 MinutesCocaine Abuse Treatment & Recovery Process Cocaine is a common illicit stimulant that is abused to obtain a euphoric high. Also known as coke, C, blow, powder, snow, flake, and many other street names, cocaine comes in a powder that can be snorted or injected and in a solid form that can be smoked. Cocaine […]
Reading Time: 4 MinutesBoundaries are important for every relationship. From early childhood, we learn to set boundaries to protect ourselves and help others understand what is acceptable. All healthy romantic relationships have boundaries; whether they are spoken or unspoken, we set them for ourselves and our partner. They especially protect and help us during our loved one’s addiction […]
