It is easy to get caught up in the world around you and forget to manage your triggers. Also, it can be difficult to juggle all of life’s responsibilities. Maybe you even find yourself questioning your commitment to your recovery. Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) is a process, and lapses and relapses can sometimesRead More
Addiction is one of the hardest things to overcome in life. When you have learned how to live without your substance of choice, you may have been tempted to replace it with another substance. This is the definition of cross addiction. You may not even recognize what is happening. Perhaps you will make excuses orRead More
Handling triggers when it comes to negative news can seem like an impossible task, especially for those in recovery. Some people may even be re-traumatized by frightening images, fear, and anxious feelings. However, protecting your mental health and recovery is possible when you learn how to handle negative news triggers in an empowering way. ARead More
Many people who are facing addiction wonder why they became addicted in the first place. There are many ways you can develop an addiction, but there are also many ways you can break the cycle. No two addictions are ever the same, so it’s important to approach your condition from a standpoint unique to you.Read More
Complex post-traumatic stress disorder (or complex PTSD) has been gaining much attention lately from studies to social media. This form of trauma is not always obvious and can take years to diagnose. Like other forms of trauma, complex PTSD leads to addiction, depression, and other debilitating conditions. What Is Complex PTSD? Many traumatic events canRead More
Addiction and anxiety often go hand-in-hand. While it’s common for addiction to occur alongside any mental health disorder, anxiety is one of the most common. Understanding the factors that lead to this connection can help you find long-term success in recovery. Co-Occurring Disorders According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), “nearlyRead More
Addiction, as a whole, is very complex and is unique for every client. However, certain types of addictions, such as alcohol addiction, are certainly more common than others. While not often thought of as dangerous drugs or drugs one may fall into addictive habits with, the use and/or abuse of hallucinogens can certainly inform addiction.Read More
Sex addiction is a risky cycle that can put you in dangerous situations. It’s hard to combat this cycle when you feel like you’re continuously stuck. In order to begin the process of healing, it may be helpful to look at unhealed emotional wounds. Tracing your way back to the root cause can help youRead More
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), in 2021, 61.2 million or 21.9% of Americans 12 years old and older used illicit drugs. Out of the 61.2 million people who engaged in substance use, 9.2 million people misused opioids. Moreover, as noted by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), inRead More
Most people are familiar with the 12-Step program and the introduction, “ Hi, my name is so-and-so, and I’m an alcoholic.” While this admittance may be the first step in recovery, how will it impact the rest of your recovery? Will you continue to identify as an alcoholic? Just thinking about this may arouse feelingsRead More