Consider the last time you experience an influx of happiness. Maybe it was something you ate, some good news you received, or something as simple as a hug from someone you love. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter in the brain, and it works by being released during pleasurable situations – this could mean food, sex, love,Read More
Group therapy is an integral part of addiction recovery because it provides clients with a safe, structured environment to practice interpersonal skills, develop new perspectives, and establish relationships that could be added to their social support network. In group therapy, therapists often guide clients to engage in activities and/or discussions as well as educational componentsRead More
Celebrities are often in the spotlight because of their role in the entertainment industry; what they do both on – and off – camera becomes a national discussion. When celebrities talk about their past struggles with addiction, this often inspires other people to come forward and talk about their problems – or at least, considerRead More
As human beings, we have some very basic needs physical, mental, and spiritual. When we think of basic needs, we’re typically thinking of the bottom line basics, like what we need for survival. At a survivalism core, we need food, air, water, and shelter. However, not many of us are in that kind of aRead More
The effects of childhood trauma have been a popular focus of research in recent years. Researchers have found that childhood trauma can have a number of adverse effects: mental illness, propensity toward addiction, physical health problems, and much more. Typically, these studies focus on the negative, possibly problematic effects of trauma in childhood instead ofRead More
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is characterized by attention difficulty, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity. Common medications for ADHD include: Adderall, Ritalin, Dexedrine, and more. Stimulant medications work for those with ADHD by increasing dopamine levels in the brain, which helps boost concentration and focus, while reducing hyperactive and impulsive-type of behaviors. Some medications for ADHD areRead More
Substances such as alcohol, prescription medication, and illicit drugs are of major concern in the United States, particularly as Americans are finding unhealthy ways to deal with stress, chronic pain, and more. Cannabis use has risen over the past decade, and continues to soar as marijuana becomes legal either medically and/or recreationally throughout America. AccordingRead More
As explained by the Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a highly genetic disorder that affects attention, concentration, memory, motivation, effort, learning from mistakes, impulsivity, hyperactivity, organization, and social skills. If you’ve been diagnosed with ADHD, you’re not alone: Over 11,000,000 people in the United States have this disorder, with malesRead More
When most people think of concentration or memory loss, they think of old age – after all, it is true that as we get older, our memory may become more strained. Did you know that you can experience memory loss at any age, and anxiety could be the cause of this? Our long-term memory systemRead More
Have you ever heard the phrase, “There’s an app for that!” While many of us joke around the pervasiveness of social media and just how many apps there truly are (reports suggest there are currently 3.8 million apps for Android users and 2 million apps for Apple users), the truth is that there’s many forRead More