Journaling has been proven to be an effective tool for combatting symptoms of depression, anxiety, and improving overall mental health. But, unfortunately, many of us may have journaled when we were younger and then abandoned the practice as we got older, busier, and perhaps less interested. You may even believe that the introspective nature of…
Memorial Day weekend may be the official kick-off to summer, but events such as these are often anxiety-inducing for those in recovery. Living a sober lifestyle is hard enough on a regular day, but holidays and seasonal events bring with them the pressure to drink. If you’re newly out of an alcohol addiction treatment program,…
Addiction is a brain disease that causes physical and physiological changes to the brain. The brain controls our thoughts, memory and speech, movement of the limbs, and the function of many organs within our body. Drugs and alcohol affect the brain’s neurotransmitters, which release an excess level of dopamine, causing temporary pleasurable feelings and euphoria.…
Adversity is a state of hardship, difficulty, or misfortune that one deals with in life. There are six types of adversity that one can face, and facing adversities in life can break or make a person. It may lead one person to improve their life by finding ways around their challenges, or it may lead…
A codependent relationship is a kind of dysfunctional relationship where one person is a caretaker, and the other person takes advantage. Codependent relationships are extremely common among people with substance use issues. Typically, one partner will take care of the other to the extent of enabling that partner’s addictive behavior. Often, the caretaker is raised…
Heroin is a dangerous substance, especially when used on a compulsive basis. If you’re using heroin and cannot stop, a San Antonio heroin rehab may be the best tool available to you. Treatment within a professional heroin addiction treatment program creates opportunities for comprehensive mental and physical health improvement. A Heroin Addiction Treatment Program Could…
Drug detox is a process in which the body works to rid itself of the chemicals and toxins from a dangerous substance. For those who need heroin addiction treatment, detox is often the first step. This highly addictive drug can cause a number of health risks to you. With detox and a comprehensive heroin addiction…
It is common for a person with drug and alcohol addiction to face mental health challenges. That may include depression and anxiety. It can also include more complex conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. Treatment is also possible and can be effective in these situations. A dual diagnosis treatment program is the ideal choice.…
There’s evidence that drug and alcohol use and mental health disorders have worsened during the COVID-19 pandemic. Isolation and lack of access to care are genuine risks for many people. For those who recognize their need for care but are unwilling or unable to enter into a treatment center, telehealth treatment may be the best choice for…
Could the right cocaine addiction treatment program change your life? It could if you’re one of the millions of Americans who struggle with an addiction to this stimulant drug. Not unlike opioids, cocaine is highly addictive and affects levels of neurotransmitters such as dopamine in the brain. Those who use it feel great at first,…