In recent years, the public has become aware of a product called kratom. This natural herb, native to Southeast Asia, can have both positive and negative effects on those who use it. For example, some people use it to ease anxiety or treat chronic pain. However, kratom can also be addictive if used too often.Read More
Each person heals from trauma differently, and you are already a step closer to healing from trauma in recovery. You are now in a place of exploring different areas within your life that can grow and change. Art therapy can provide a safe space to start your healing journey. This form of therapy allows forRead More
When people think of intelligence, they usually think about book smarts. However, there are many types of intelligence. One of the most crucial to our relationships and recovery is emotional intelligence. Defining Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence is the ability to understand, identify, and manage your emotions and the emotions of others. It also involves theRead More
Anyone struggling with depression and substance abuse simultaneously needs compassionate help rather than judgmental criticism. Unfortunately, the negative stigma surrounding depression and substance abuse often means those with substance use disorder (SUD) are less likely to get the support they need. Furthermore, the general misunderstanding of how these two conditions interact makes it harder forRead More
You may have heard someone flippantly claim that they are addicted to the internet when they spend a lot of time online. While many people are using the phrase as an exaggeration, some people do find themselves engaging in problematic and uncontrollable behaviors related to the internet. For this issue, many treatment centers use theRead More
Eating disorders are on the rise in our culture. They are a silent killer; very few people acknowledge someone they love could struggle with one. However, eating disorders can affect anyone, and spotting the symptoms of an eating disorder might save the life of someone you love. Below are some key signs that someone youRead More
When you’ve experienced trauma throughout your childhood, your behavioral development shifts. The situation often ages you because that’s the only way to survive. However, you never really get the chance to be a comforted, protected, and supported child. As a result, your inner child never experiences stability enough to grow up. In adulthood, you mustRead More
Listing the benefits of being sober might seem a little unnecessary at first. However, anyone trying to pursue recovery knows how challenging it can be. Studies show that numerous pitfalls along the path to healing and recovery can lead a person to abandon their pursuit of recovery altogether. It can be disconcerting at times toRead More
While many parts of your life have improved since you have been in recovery, the stresses of daily life do not go away when you leave treatment. Stress is a normal and unavoidable part of life. It is important to recognize your stress and learn healthy coping skills to navigate through unplanned events in yourRead More
When you’ve experienced developmental trauma, you may experience a variety of symptoms. You might develop an anxious preoccupied or disorganized attachment style. A major characteristic of both these attachment styles is the fear of abandonment. Moreover, people with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), borderline personality disorder, and other mental illnesses often experience this fear as well. It’sRead More