Myths about addiction are rampant, from beliefs that addicts are weak, to thinking that addicts just need to “get over it”. The truth is that addiction is a mental health disorder, not a weakness, requiring treatment and management just like a physical disorder. What...
Holistic therapies, such as yoga and mindfulness therapy, are being offered by many addiction treatment facilities to complement common evidence-based therapies. Holistic therapies focus on improving the overall well-being of the patient and can provide valuable tools...
Firefighters witness unimaginable events and scenes on a daily basis as they work to serve and protect all of us. Exposure to these traumatic situations can take a toll over time, leading to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Often, firefighters do not seek help...
Being a parent doesn’t end when your child becomes an adult. You still worry about them and want to help them be happy and successful. When you see your adult child struggling with addiction, it can be terrifying, especially if they are refusing help. While you can’t...
Watching a loved one struggle with addiction is not easy. You probably feel helpless, wanting to intervene but not knowing exactly how to go about it. Staging an intervention can be effective, but you should have a concrete plan before making the attempt. While there...
When someone has been using drugs or alcohol for a long period of time, stopping use can lead to withdrawal symptoms. Sometimes withdrawal symptoms can linger for months or more, which is called protracted withdrawal. If you are starting your recovery journey, it’s...
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