Early recovery from addiction is a crucial period, often marked by significant challenges and emotional upheavals. Navigating this phase requires not only personal commitment but also a supportive environment. During early recovery, individuals may experience physical withdrawal symptoms, emotional instability, and intense cravings. Establishing a routine, engaging in healthy activities, and building a strong support…
You may become overwhelmed with the options when trying to help your husband find a Tacoma, Washington, men’s rehab center. There are many different types of programs, each offering its own unique benefits. It’s important to remember that not all programs are created equal. There are some excellent programs out there that can help your…
Everyone has their struggles and battles that they fight on a daily basis. For some, these struggles can be more difficult than others. Addiction can impact every aspect of your life, from your relationships to your mental health. Men who are struggling with addiction can find the help they need at a Portland, Oregon men’s…
Teens are under more stress than ever before. The sheer weight of this pressure has also led to an increase in substance use and mental health disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, also known as PTSD. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental health disorder that occurs when a person has difficulty processing an emotionally disturbing…
If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
Every day, people from all walks of life across the country battle addiction. Many of those suffering from drug and alcohol dependency hide their addiction. It can take months or years for their families to notice. It can take just as long for someone to admit they need addiction help. Unnecessary shame, embarrassment, and feelings…
When asked to point to causes for fatigue, mental exhaustion, and prolonged stress, most likely would not think of negative thinking. Yet, there is increasing evidence that people’s thought patterns and behaviors can substantially affect their physical and mental health. Part of countering the harmful symptoms of mental illness is identifying and countering negative thinking,…
Anxiety is the body’s natural response to stress. In regular doses, anxiety can be beneficial to our overall well-being. However, when anxiety is chronic and persistent, it is harmful to our physical and mental health. Approximately 40 million Americans suffer from some form of anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders can range from mild to severe and…
If you have ever tried to address an alcohol abuse problem with a friend or family member, you might have felt resistance or defensiveness from your loved one. The idea that you can’t help people who won’t help themselves is not true. The right approach can encourage someone with an alcohol use disorder (an addiction…
Are you asking the question, “What are opioids?” Opioids are highly addictive drugs that you can obtain both in prescription form and illicitly. It is also one of the most worrisome of all types of addiction because of how common it has become. The real risk comes in the form of overdose. Every day, an average…