5 Benefits of Dual Diagnosis
Mental health disorders and substance use disorders overlap at high rates. Treating both conditions together is more complex than treating one on its own. Yet failing to address these disorders…
The Best and Most Effective Dual Diagnosis Treatments
It’s important to know that people who develop issues with drug or alcohol abuse or addiction often have mental health disorders that are either undiagnosed or not adequately treated. Mental…
Why Alcohol Withdrawal Causes Brain Fog
Getting through the stages of withdrawal in alcohol rehab can put you through some nasty symptoms and side effects. Without a professional alcohol rehab program, it can be nearly impossible…
What to Expect during Relapse Prevention Therapy
Completing a rehab program can feel exciting, and it is indeed something worth celebrating. Maintaining sobriety long-term, however, can be challenging especially for those who are returning to homes that…
The Most Effective Substance Abuse Treatments
There is no “one size fits all” treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. However, some approaches and methodologies have shown consistent benefits. Understanding your options for substance abuse treatment programs…
Risks of Mixing Prescription Drugs and Alcohol
Alcohol abuse doesn’t only involve drinking alcohol. For some, it can include other drugs mixed with alcohol. Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in the United States, and for…
Drug Use and Depression
Treating depression can take time and patience, and not everyone feels they can take the time to look after their mental health. However, turning to substances for relief from symptoms…
5 Benefits of EMDR Therapy
Those who become addicted to alcohol or drugs often do so out of feelings of helplessness and distress. These feelings can come from traumatic events or difficult childhood and may…
Advice for Healing from Trauma
While addiction is a problem that affects many people, the root of this problem often is traced back to trauma. Traumatic events and situations are not always easy to talk…
Signs of Benzo Addiction
Drugs that are prescribed to treat people’s anxiety, seizures, or insomnia often contain benzodiazepines, which can be highly addictive. Although these medications are meant to help, addiction can give people…