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What is the Relationship Between Substance Use and Trauma?

Dual diagnosisAugust 5, 2022169Views 0Likes 0Comments

Every year, more than 20 million adults in the United States alone suffer from a substance use disorder – 75% of which are addicted to alcohol. In fact, substance use is one of the leading causes of death – with more than 100,000 people dying from drug overdose annually in the US. Likewise, millions of people…

What is Dual Diagnosis Treatment?

Dual diagnosisMay 12, 2022260Views 0Likes 0Comments

Drug addiction is a complex disease in the fact there isn’t one all-encompassing factor that leads one to substance use. Each addict is unique because they have multiple underlying factors that led them to drug and alcohol addiction. One of the most common underlying factors in addiction is a condition known as dual diagnosis…

Recovering After a Substance Overdose

Addiction Treatments, Drug addiction, Dual diagnosis, Recovery, Substance AbuseJanuary 30, 2021261Views 0Likes 0Comments

A substance overdose can be hard on both your mind and body. As a result, recovery may take time. You must listen to the advice of your doctor, get plenty of rest, and seek help with a nearly addiction recovery program to protect yourself from a second overdose. The Effects of Substance Overdose on Your Body…

Mothers and Postpartum Depression

Dual diagnosis, Mental health, RecoveryJanuary 27, 2021231Views 0Likes 0Comments

The hormonal changes after giving birth can make it common for new mothers to feel out-of-sorts. But for some new mothers, this temporary feeling of depression continues far beyond just a week or two. For these new parents, prolonged feelings of sadness could mean postpartum depression is setting in. When this happens, caring for a…

How Trauma Can Influence Substance Abuse

Addiction Treatments, Dual diagnosis, Mental health, Trauma informed careJanuary 21, 2021207Views 0Likes 0Comments

Experts define trauma as a deeply disturbing experience. But if you’ve experienced trauma in your life, including sexual violence, domestic abuse, or childhood neglect, such a simple description seems underwhelming. Trauma is something that affects every area of your life. Subsequently, it may interrupt your sleep patterns or cause you to feel fear at the…

Benefits of Gender-Specific Treatment

Addiction Treatments, Dual diagnosis, Recovery, Substance AbuseJanuary 15, 2021223Views 0Likes 0Comments

Gender-specific treatment is another way of saying that women’s rehab is separate from men’s rehab, even if both programs are offered by the same facility. Generally, men’s rehab is open only to male clients and targets the issues and concerns important to men in recovery. Women’s rehab does the same. It focuses on issues important…

Exercise Improves Mental Health

Anxiety Treatment, Dual diagnosis, Mental healthJanuary 12, 2021219Views 0Likes 0Comments

Simple changes in lifestyle may go a long way toward boosting your mental wellness. Exercise is especially beneficial because it offers pleasing side effects such as weight loss and an adrenaline rush. If you’re experiencing periods of feeling blue, try starting a daily or weekly exercise regimen to improve both your mood and your overall…

Risks of Polysubstance Abuse

Addiction Treatments, alcohol addiction, Drug addiction, Dual diagnosis, Substance AbuseJanuary 9, 2021231Views 0Likes 0Comments

Substance use disorder is a dangerous condition that’s worsened by the use of multiple substances. When you use more than one drug, or when you mix drugs such as opioids with alcohol or synthetic marijuana, you stand the risk of severe illness or even death. Here’s what you need to know about the many dangers…

Importance of Sober Resolutions

Addiction Treatments, Dual diagnosis, RecoveryJanuary 6, 2021212Views 0Likes 0Comments

Sober resolutions are the goals you may set for yourself if you’re in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. They’re important because they give you a step-by-step process for avoiding relapse in the new year. If you’re new to the practice of setting sober resolutions, you should know that the bulk of them focus on taking…

5 Ways To Enjoy A Sober New Year

alcohol addiction, Dual diagnosis, Recovery, Substance AbuseDecember 30, 2020270Views 0Likes 0Comments

The new year can come with a lot of excitement and a celebratory mood. To some people, a celebration is not complete without indulging in alcohol or even doing drugs. However, this not a prerequisite for a fun and memorable celebration. It is possible to enjoy a new year and make the most of it…

Alcohol Abuse And Loneliness

alcohol addiction, Dual diagnosis, Mental health, Substance AbuseDecember 27, 2020251Views 0Likes 0Comments

From the outside, someone struggling with alcoholism can be bubbly and exuberant. They may seem to bring a ton of energy to the party, but their inner reality is far from that. Many of those who deal with alcohol abuse feel miserable and lonely, even if they're in relationships. Not only can loneliness increase the…

Signs of an Addiction Relapse

Addiction Treatments, Dual diagnosis, Recovery, Substance AbuseDecember 24, 2020201Views 0Likes 0Comments

For those in recovery from addiction to drugs or alcohol, a relapse can be a difficult challenge to overcome. Many of those in recovery will relapse at some point, and while it doesn't mean that they will fail to remain sober, it's possible that relapse can be avoided. By knowing the signs of relapse, you…