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Am I More Likely to Develop an Addiction if I Have a Mental Health Disorder?

Am I More Likely to Develop an Addiction if I Have a Mental Health Disorder?

Mental health is not always synonymous with addiction. However, having a mental health disorder can make you more susceptible and you can develop an addiction. Substance use disorders often co-occur with various mental health disorders especially when they have gone unaddressed. Some individuals have a blanket understanding of how mental health and addiction affect one … Read more

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California?

What Is the Connection Between Addiction and Homelessness in California?

Addiction and homelessness are connected in a way that can easily be overlooked. Any day, you may come across someone struggling with addiction but not appear to be. You can also come across someone homeless who does not appear to be.  This is why sometimes the connection between addiction and homelessness goes unnoticed. Have you … Read more

Examining Destructive Behavior Patterns in Addiction Recovery

Examining Destructive Behavior Patterns in Addiction Recovery

When you’re facing trauma and mental health issues, your brain can sometimes redirect your feelings into unhealthy behaviors. This is somewhat normalized in our culture. How many times have you heard someone say “I could use a drink” after a particularly taxing day? Although it is common, if the problem persists, you could develop destructive … Read more

Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma?

Can Family Therapy Resolve the Impact of Intergenerational Trauma?

It is no news that exposure to traumatic experiences may increase people’s vulnerability to substance use disorders. Scientific research has proven the high correlation between trauma and addiction. When these adverse and traumatic experiences occur in childhood and within the home environment, the negative health impacts can be even more long-lasting. In general, people who … Read more

How to Cope With Grief in Recovery

How to Cope With Grief in Recovery

Life events such as losing a loved one still happen when you are in recovery. When someone you care about passes, the emotional reactions can be intense. The heaviness of grief can linger and hinder your progress. To prevent relapses from happening when you experience grief, you need tools to better cope with it. Grief … Read more

5 Communication Skills That Will Save Your Life From Addiction

5 Communication Skills That Will Save Your Life From Addiction

Good communication is an essential skill that can help you maintain recovery progress. Restoration of communication skills is part of recovery. Communication is your main channel for getting external support from health professionals, family, and friends. Your communication skills can be strengthened through different therapies and peer group interactions. Let’s look at some of the … Read more

What Foods Should I Eat to Improve Mental Health?

What Foods Should I Eat to Improve Mental Health?

Everybody knows that good nutrition is an important part of staying healthy daily. Did you know that this is particularly true for individuals recovering from addiction? Good nutrition not only replenishes the body with necessary nutrients but also improves mental health. Eating right is one essential building block for those recovering from a dual diagnosis. … Read more

Overcoming Shame and Guilt During Recovery

Overcoming Shame and Guilt During Recovery

Many people with substance addiction struggle with feelings of shame and guilt. Some of them may feel they have disappointed family and friends with their choices, lies, and deceptions. Others may regret breaking promises they could not keep. Perhaps some feel guilty that their attempts to get sober have been fruitless. Because of the widespread … Read more