Coping with Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome (PAWS)
The first step every recovering addict must take on their recovery journey is to detox and overcome withdrawal symptoms. While withdrawal symptoms are typically short-term, lasting only 1-2 weeks, some individuals can experience withdrawal symptoms...
Read MoreHow Can Social Media Impact Eating Disorders?
In today’s digital age, social media has a significant impact on society’s thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Unfortunately, many people underestimate the influence social media can have on their lives. This can result in potentially negative...
Read MoreCan Drug Abuse Cause Seizures?
There are many negative side effects associated with drug abuse. But can drug abuse cause seizures? According to research, yes. Seizures happen when you have abnormal activity in the brain. People with epilepsy tend to...
Read MoreCoping Skills for Stress and Addiction
Addiction comes with a wide range of challenges, many of them unexpected. As you transition through recovery and make your way into your long-term sobriety, you’ll continue to struggle with unexpected stress. When this happens,...
Read MoreWhat Are the Four Rs of Trauma-Informed Care?
The World Health Organization estimates around 4% of the world has experienced post-traumatic stress disorder at some point in their lives. Trauma, left untreated, can not only hurt your health but also your quality of...
Read MoreThe Role of Meditation in Recovery
Meditation is an effective mindfulness practice that can help improve mental health, while making you more aware of yourself and your surroundings. Meditation can also be used in the addiction recovery process, such as raising...
Read MoreHow Long is Rehab for Alcohol?
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, nearly 29 million people ages 12 and older struggled with an alcohol use disorder in the U.S. in 2023. Although alcohol is a legal drug,...
Read MoreWhat to Expect in Holistic Trauma Therapy
Left untreated, unresolved trauma can hurt your physical and mental health and quality of life. It can be daunting addressing your trauma, not to mention asking for help to heal. Holistic trauma therapy offers an...
Read MoreFamily Dynamics in Addiction Treatment
According to Pew Research, nearly half of Americans have a family member or close friend who’s been addicted to drugs. It can be hard watching someone you love and care about struggling with drug addiction....
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