If you have started the recovery journey, your eyes are on the prize of sobriety. How long does it take, though? Are there ways to sober up fast? Unfortunately, achieving sobriety can be a slow process. Getting sober is one thing, but staying sober requires more work and time. It is essential to have the … Read more
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is one of the most highly effective treatment options for substance use disorder (SUD) and co-occurring conditions. It is a highly structured, science-based therapeutic approach that follows well-defined steps. Understanding CBT’s principles, assumptions, and procedures will prepare you to work more collaboratively with health professionals during sessions. Principles and Assumptions of CBT … Read more
Recent addiction research has proven that it is a disease of the brain. However, many people don’t yet know or acknowledge this fact. Even if you agree with this model, you may wonder why this disease is more powerful than other illnesses. Addiction is a chronic and relapsing disease that impacts neurological pathways. Therefore, recovery … Read more
You are not alone if you or a loved one suffers from depression. Depression is one of the most common but misunderstood mental health illnesses in the U.S. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) reports that over 21 million people in the U.S. experienced a depressive episode in 2020. This number has increased dramatically … Read more
There are five key risk factors that contribute to a person developing the disease of addiction. These risk factors are genetics, childhood trauma, mental illness, social environment, and early use. Research shows that the risk of substance addiction increases as the number of risk factors increases. Assessing one’s risk in these aspects can help one … Read more
Our nation has seen a rise in overdose deaths in the past few decades. Though there are many drug culprits in this situation, fentanyl is among the most dangerous drugs on the market. Consequently, it is responsible for a high percentage of overdose deaths. This drug is often mixed with other substances, leading to accidental … Read more
It takes time to recover from addiction. Substance use disorder (SUD) is a chronic brain disease that affects the brain in all areas including pleasure, cognitive abilities, memory, and motivation. Because addiction does not occur overnight, recovery from addiction is also a lengthy process that may involve relapses. Luckily, there are things you can do … Read more
Effective self-care techniques are critical for people who are recovering from substance addiction. Self-care helps reduce stress and is central to relapse prevention. You can gradually grow into healthy habits to achieve lifestyle change. In this article, we will break down some easy-to-learn tips that can benefit you. Tip #1. Build Movement Breaks Into the … Read more
Alcohol intake has become a regular part of many social gatherings. Some people may not know whether they drink too much or too often. It is always good advice to cut back on or even abstain from alcoholic drinks to avoid developing alcohol dependence. How Much Alcohol Intake Is Too Much? According to the Centers … Read more
Many people live in co-dependent relationships, whether they are aware or not. When relationships lack healthy boundaries regarding roles and responsibilities, co-dependency flourishes. For people with substance use disorder (SUD) or those who are supporting a loved one in addiction recovery, it is important to identify co-dependency and nip it in the bud. Below are … Read more
