If you or someone you love have sought addiction treatment, you may have heard the term “dual-diagnosis” or a diagnosis of two conditions. “Two conditions” could refer to many things. Two addictions, such as alcoholism and opiate addiction, or addiction […]
The traditional approach to addiction treatment focuses on a patient’s acute, immediate symptoms. However, there’s been a growing consensus that this approach is insufficient and necessitates a more comprehensive approach called “trauma-informed recovery,” or TIC. This model is tailored to […]
Addiction recovery is a transformative journey that demands courage, perseverance, and self-exploration. As individuals navigate the path to sobriety, they often encounter a flood of emotions, memories, and thoughts that may have been suppressed during their struggles with addiction. While […]
Music has a profound impact on our emotions, thoughts, and overall well-being. It can transport us to different times in our lives, evoke powerful memories, and even inspire us to move and dance. But did you know that music also […]
Recovery opens up a world of possibilities for anyone who’s ready to reclaim their life. One crucial aspect of this process is discovering new purpose and meaning in life. Exploring career and life goals in recovery can provide a sense […]
We all feel sad every now and then. However, sometimes depression can be so severe that it can affect our ability to function. It can make a person unable to get out of bed in the morning, and it can […]
If you are in recovery—and especially early recovery—relapse is a very scary and real thought. For all the hard work you put in to get sober, losing your sobriety to a relapse can be deflating and damaging to the ego. […]
If you are newly sober, life after treatment is a significant shock to the system. When you were active in your addiction, you spent your days getting, using, and then recovering from your substance of choice. Now that you are […]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental illness that has devastating effects on those who suffer from the disorder. The unresolved trauma people with PTSD experience severely disrupts their day-to-day lives to the point of total dysfunction. While there […]
Have you just completed or nearing the completion of a drug treatment program? Congratulations! Believe it or not, successfully completing a drug treatment program is a significant accomplishment. You spent many hours addressing and finally overcoming your addiction through your […]
