The music you listen to is the soundtrack of your life that carries you through the good and bad times. Maybe you remember laying on your bed listening to love songs after a breakup. Perhaps you feel energized to work out like Rocky when you hear “Eye of the Tiger.” Moreover, music has been usedRead More
Detox is an important step in treating many dangerous addictions. At The Guest House, our detox program allows you to begin the process of healing in a safe and comfortable environment. What Is A Detox Program? The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) Treatment Improvement Protocol (TIP) 45 describes detoxification as a “setRead More
Overcoming triggers is a huge part of the addiction recovery process. Even when in treatment, you still have to learn how to face triggers in order to find sobriety that lasts. Understanding Addiction Triggers Addiction is a complicated and multi-faceted subject. Even though everyone experiences this disease in their own way, one common element isRead More
According to an article from the Annals of Epidemiology, in the United States, approximately 12.8 million parents have a mental health disorder. Whether you are a parent or not, living with a mental health disorder can increase difficulties with daily functioning and maintaining relationships. However, while parenting has its challenges, parenting with an untreated mentalRead More
Yoga and meditation are two powerful mind-body practices that go hand-in-hand. Practicing yoga can even improve your ability to meditate. Yoga and meditation both contain a treasure trove of benefits for those in recovery. Benefits of Practicing Yoga Yoga is an ancient spiritual practice rooted in Indian philosophy. According to the National Center for ComplementaryRead More
It can be difficult to recognize the impact your actions and behaviors can have on those closest to you. Moreover, as a parent, it can be hard to acknowledge how your substance use may be impacting your children. At The Guest House, we know the brain is wired to gravitate toward actions that artificially stimulateRead More
Parenting has its stressors, especially as children and teens discover the boundaries of their independence. In addition, parenting stress is often compounded by other life stressors like work, finances, and relationships. Therefore, parental stress can have a significant impact on your family’s well-being as well as your recovery. Life Stressors in Parenthood According to theRead More
Tragic stories about fentanyl overdoses seem to appear in the news almost daily. Even though many of these incidents occur from actual fentanyl use, the powerful opioid is also being found in substances like marijuana and cocaine. This deadly mix has made illicit drug use more dangerous than ever. Dangers of Fentanyl According to theRead More
Self-identity and self-image are extremely important when it comes to overcoming addiction. How you think and feel about yourself is strongly tied to your concept of yourself, known as self-concept. With the right tools and methods, a strong self-concept can be developed along your road to recovery. What Is Self-Concept? A 2016 study in theRead More
According to an article from the United States Census Bureau, in 2021 approximately 63.8 million out of 128.5 million households in the United States had at least one pet. It is clear that animals hold an important role in our lives as companions, family, and helpers. Maybe you have seen news stories of animals comfortingRead More