You have made it this far in your healing journey and that is something to celebrate. It takes courage and bravery to prioritize your recovery and put everything else aside. Now that you are facing life newly sober, you may be struggling with how to be a better parent in recovery. You are not aloneRead More
If you struggle with addiction, it is natural to wonder where it came from. You might wonder if you learned the behavior or inherited genes that made you more likely to have issues with addiction in your life. While addiction is complex, the simple answer is yes. Your genetics do play a role, and youRead More
Many people feel uncomfortable in hospitals or offices because it feels stuffy, sterile, cold, and uninviting. Maybe you felt cooped up in an office without any windows and felt relieved the moment you stepped outside. Moreover, your physical environment can cause changes in mood that can potentially impede recovery. At The Guest House, we believeRead More
Dual diagnosis is extremely common for those struggling with substance use disorder (SUD). When SUD co-occurs with another condition, it’s important to get the right treatment to find comprehensive relief. What Is Dual Diagnosis? When you have a mental health disorder and SUD at the same time, this is known as a dual diagnosis. AccordingRead More
Life after addiction treatment comes with its challenges. After the work you do in treatment, you will have to adjust back to everyday life with a personal drive to continue recovery. An alumni program is a wonderful tool that can support and keep you accountable for lifelong success. Support for Long-Term Recovery Addiction is consideredRead More
Developing healthy habits and routines is absolutely crucial when you’re in recovery. Unfortunately, creating and maintaining these habits can be difficult. Residential treatment is a great option to help you stay on track and develop the balanced lifestyle needed to break the cycle of addiction. How Are Habits Formed? According to NIH News in Health,Read More
Even though millions of people struggle with substance use disorder (SUD), many are unable to find addiction treatment that works. Fortunately, comprehensive and diverse treatment is seeing a rise in popularity, allowing people to find more suitable methods. Low Treatment Attendance Data from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) 2020 National SurveyRead More
Many therapy modalities exist to help a person make long-term changes in their life. They can treat various mental illnesses and addictions. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) is an effective type of therapy that combines mindfulness and cognitive therapy. ACT can occur individually or in a group therapy setting. This therapy can help multiple diagnoses,Read More
Many people with trans loved ones aren’t sure how to help them when it comes to getting them mental health care. They may not be familiar with the needs of a trans person. Luckily, therapeutic interventions exist that help trans individuals feel comfortable throughout the treatment process. In order to help your trans loved one,Read More
When a person lives with major depressive disorder (MDD), they tend to get relief from first-line treatments. These include antidepressants and psychotherapy. Common antidepressants fall into the categories of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) and serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs). When two or more forms of medications prove ineffective, an individual’s depression is classifiedRead More