Rehab treatment is intended to give users the tools they need in order to overcome addiction, but some users may be nervous about certain aspects of rehab treatment such as therapy. Therapy sessions can be very personal and can cause users to feel vulnerable, but the discoveries users make during therapy are some of the … Read more
Although addiction can end careers, studies show that recovery puts people ahead of the game professionally. Statistics show that people who complete treatment are more likely to get hired and are also paid higher salaries. Workplace Reentry: Key Preparation It is essential to gain the right mindset before you start a job search. That is … Read more
Few people desire to have addiction issues, but many people who experience significant trauma find their solace by developing controlling behaviors. In fact, the earlier in life someone experiences a traumatic experience, the less experience they have to handle this problem in a good way, which means they may respond in an unhealthy way. For … Read more
Addiction is not an isolated event: the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) shares that, “just as the addict is responsible for their own recovery, [families] are responsible for their own recovery…Because addiction hurts the whole family, it is absolutely essential that solutions are designed to restore the whole family” (“Family Disease”). Restoring … Read more
When an addict looks at her treatment options, it is important to remember that every addict’s needs are different, which means your treatment will vary from any other person’s. However, the longer and more intense the addiction, the longer and more intense treatment someone will typically need to recover. Furthermore, regardless of a particular program’s … Read more
Alcohol and substance abuse are often the results of poor coping skills. Individuals may learn these “skills” from parents, peers or their environment, or they may never develop healthy skills and discover the perceived benefits of substance use on their own. Regardless of how or why individuals lack positive coping skills, these skills must be … Read more
Stress is a common variable for those that find themselves addicted to their substance of choice. Many times, individuals feel as though they are under an enormous amount of stress and look for coping mechanisms to help them manage their stress levels more effectively. Some seek the use of drugs while others look to other … Read more
Individuals suffering from phobias often go to tremendous lengths to avoid coming into contact with the source of their phobia. Phobias are irrational fears, a type of anxiety disorder in which an individual has a relentless dread of a particular situation, living creature, place or thing. Often times when confronted with the phobia, individuals suffers … Read more
There are unique parts of your life that are shaped by your own personal history. This being said, do not assume that all parts of your history are completely unique. There are some common elements that many individuals in recovery share. For example, when you go to an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting, you will even hear … Read more
Healthy relationships are important aspects of addiction recovery. Having the support and encouragement of positive people can spur drug addicts through the difficult times in recovery. In fact, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, recovery has four major dimensions, one of which is community. In regard to addiction recovery, the term … Read more
Bipolar disorder is a tough issue that affects the whole family. When a serious bout of mania or depression takes over, you need to seek treatment immediately. Be aware of your insurance coverage and seek treatment with a program that partners with your insurance company. Understanding Your Insurance Coverage for Mental Health Treatment While most … Read more
Bipolar disorder is a very serious psychological disease that causes a person to swing from extended periods of major depression to short bursts of mania. It is caused by chemical imbalances in the brain that are often the result of genetic patterns, substance abuse or intense emotional trauma. Those affected by bipolar disorder struggle with … Read more
Being able to properly diagnose bipolar disorder is extremely important. A failure to do so can result in all manners of problem, the most significant one being that a person does not get the help that they need. If a person is experiencing symptoms of bipolar disorder but ends up not having it, it will … Read more