For many people, the thought of talking about their problems in a group setting is enough to keep them from enrolling in addiction group therapy. They would rather suffer alone than expose their problems to others and wrongly assume they can quit without support. A group therapy program is an important part of addiction recovery.…
There are many approaches to addiction treatment because there is no one-size-fits-all treatment program that works for everyone. Each recovery journey is unique to the individual in treatment, so an effective addiction treatment center will have a range of treatment options to fit the needs of each person in recovery. For example, an unorthodox treatment…
Mental health issues are at an all-time high in the US. Currently, one in five adults has reported feeling depressed, anxious, or struggling with other mental health issues like addiction within the last year. And 2022 is on track for a continuing increase in this trend. A dialectical behavior therapy program can help those struggling…
Addiction can be lonely and overwhelming. Family members may not understand a loved one is struggling. For some dealing with addiction, their families may not relate. It can be increasingly challenging to cope with addiction and recovery without support. Today, individual therapy is one of the leading tools for those in addiction recovery. Therapists specializing…
Part of addiction treatment is learning the skills needed to navigate as a sober person. There are various phases of recovery. Each is important and can’t be skipped over. Addiction specialists and therapists work with you to develop an early recovery addiction plan as you begin recovery. A component of that will be focused on…
All psychoactive substances, such as alcohol, marijuana, and opiates, have the potential to cause both physical and psychological addiction. But what is psychological dependence? Psychological dependence requires treatment but does not result in your body developing a physical dependency on your substance of choice. Both physical and psychological dependencies can cause withdrawal symptoms and require…
Heading into a residential addiction treatment program is a significant step. If you or someone you care about is about to take this step, congratulations are in order. Of the many questions that may be spiraling through your head, “What can I take with me?” might be one of them. Most rehab centers provide suggested…
It’s said that nearly 70% of Americans have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. Trauma can touch anyone, regardless of background, financial status, or age. For those processing traumas alone, the result can often be an overwhelming sense of helplessness that is crippling and, if left untreated, dangerous. If you or someone…
Most people think of the effects of anxiety as divorced from their body’s physical health. But the truth is physical and mental health are inextricably connected. Changes to your physical health will affect your mental health, and changes to your mental health will affect your physical health. Everyone experiences anxiety occasionally, but extended bouts with…
Getting addiction treatment can feel challenging if you have already had treatment and still experienced a relapse. Trial and error are a part of a lot of people’s healing journeys. It’s good to keep an open mind to trying something new if you feel you’ve hit a wall. EMDR therapy may be an option that…