Do you remember a time in life when you felt enriched by all kinds of experiences? When was the last time you enjoyed a new experience? Do you still long to live a richer life? Addiction has the potential to flatten your lived experiences. Your emotions became blunted, and you lose interest in many old … Read more
Addiction is often considered a family disease. What does that mean? Parental addiction and intergenerational trauma can expose children or youth to these problems. These circumstances can put them at a higher risk of developing substance use and dependence later in life. When family issues are the root causes of addiction, family therapy is necessary … Read more
When it comes to addiction treatment, most people probably only think of things like detox and talk therapy sessions. But are there ways to help people who cannot voice what they are going through? Recovering individuals often find it hard to express their emotions. Some suppress emotions due to shame or fear. This is where … Read more
Have you ever wondered if talk therapy works? Talk therapy, also called psychotherapy, has long been a standard treatment method for those recovering from addiction. Talk therapy comes in many forms, and though it may appear to be just talking, it has a great effect beyond the verbal space. Talk therapy is effective mainly because … Read more
People who suffer from both substance use disorder (SUD) and mental illnesses are often recommended antidepressants while going through detox and treatment. A combination of SUD and other mental health conditions is called dual diagnosis. Are there safe and non-addictive antidepressants for individuals with a dual diagnosis? How can they avoid misusing antidepressant medications? These … Read more
Family support is the most important part of a successful recovery from addiction. However, every family has its share of problems or dysfunctions. For some people in recovery, their family might be the main reason for developing substance use disorder (SUD) and other mental health issues in the first place. When SUD and family dysfunctions … Read more
Many people hesitate to try family therapy because they fear sharing family secrets or airing grievances in front of a stranger. Other people may be in denial about the dysfunctions at home. If you are ready for family therapy, do you know how to get other family members on board to go through this experience? … Read more
Committing to a 12-Step program can be intimidating for many recovering individuals. In these sessions, people are expected to share personal histories and vulnerabilities. So if you’re hesitant to commit, how should you best navigate this reluctance? Like most treatment programs, a 12-Step peer support group is designed with certain purposes. It might take you … Read more
For substance use disorder (SUD) treatment, different types of therapies must be explored for each individual. This is because every person comes into treatment with different problems, disorders, and life experiences. Due to this, treatment must be individualized. One of the leading interventions for substance abuse is different types of family therapy. Each person comes … Read more
Imagine this: You’ve had a long day and have just walked into your house. Then you hear the sound that greets you every day. It is the sound of your furry friend running across the house, eager and excited, upon your arrival. Nothing compares to when your pet greets you, and all stress from the … Read more
