Even with the support of family members and friends, staying sober is never simple. Recovery from alcohol or drug addiction is a lifetime journey with several challenges. At times, it may seem impossible to ride out the tough times, especially at major events such as the holidays or a friend’s birthday. An estimated 80 percent … Read more
Meditation and mindfulness are proven to support addiction recovery by helping you feel calm, manage stressors, and avoid relapse. While it can not substitute a comprehensive addiction treatment program with expert medical care, meditation may be a beneficial holistic tool. In fact, many rehabilitation centers, like The Haven, use meditation and mindfulness as therapy techniques. … Read more
If you or your loved one is battling addiction or a substance use disorder (SUD), you may have heard the term “relapse.” After achieving short-term or long-term sobriety, a relapse is when a person in recovery resumes substance abuse. Relapse will cause the addiction to continue, and the patient must undergo treatment again. During recovery, … Read more
PTSD in veterans can occur when you experience a real or perceived life-threatening event. Stress responses are natural after this kind of event and serve to keep you aware of any continued threat that could harm you. These traumatic-stress responses can show up differently among individuals. For some, the symptoms of post-traumatic stress may manifest … Read more
Alcohol abuse and depression often go hand in hand, as having one typically increases the chances of developing the other. Alcohol makes symptoms of mood disorders worse, and depression can cause an individual to drastically increase their alcohol consumption. Luckily, there are plenty of effective treatments for co-occurring conditions like alcohol use disorder (AUD) and … Read more
America is being pummeled by drug overdose deaths. Virtually every drug you can think of is killing people, but opioids are leading the way for addicts. Since the year 2000, the number of deaths caused by overdoses has increased by eight times. Every year since 2014, record numbers of overdose deaths have occurred. Let’s put … Read more
Using mobile apps for addiction treatment is one of the simplest methods to track your recovery efforts in this digital age. Many applications have been developed with addiction recovery in mind, ranging from charting your progress and monitoring drug or alcohol triggers to searching for local support groups. Recovery from addiction requires a long-term commitment. … Read more
Depression and substance use disorder can feed each other. People with depression are more likely to develop a substance use disorder (including alcohol use disorder and drug abuse) to cope with overwhelming feelings. This can quickly turn into a dangerous and chronic cycle as both mental illnesses deepen each other. For instance, people with a … Read more
Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that is found in liquor and other beverages. Produced by the fermentation process of starches, sugars, and yeast, it is an intoxicant that can impact the body in a variety of ways. It generally has a short lifespan in the body and is metabolized at a rate of … Read more
One thing that gets commonly asked about mental health treatment is how to know if you should seek treatment. Once you decide to enter treatment, many other questions may arise, such as what you do in treatment and what types of mental health treatment exist. Discover five key things to know about mental health treatment … Read more
When you’re ready to seek addiction treatment, you may start working with your doctor or therapist or join an addiction treatment program at a drug and alcohol rehab center. No matter which route you choose, an addiction treatment plan will be used to guide you through each step of your recovery. Here’s more about what … Read more
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