Fear in recovery is a normal part of the process, and it can be an incredibly powerful emotion, hijacking the way you think and the way you feel physically and mentally. It can cause you to make the wrong decisions and do things that hurt you rather than help you. Everyone experiences fear in recovery, […]
When you are in recovery, you may be recovering from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders, but you are also recovering from the damage that addiction has on several parts of your life. This can extend to: Your rehab program may help you with aftercare services near the end of your program. During this part […]
Emotional regulation enables you to understand and better control your emotions while in recovery. In substance abuse rehab programs, you might use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) or similar evidence-based techniques to help you look at the impact of your emotions on the various aspects of your life in recovery. What is Emotional Regulation? Many of […]
Millions of people struggle with drug addiction; however, no two recovery journeys are the same. Some patients may benefit from different treatment approaches, while other patients may need dual diagnosis treatment if they are struggling with a co-occurring disorder. Your unique recovery needs will determine which type of addiction treatment center may be right for […]
Addiction is a complex disease that alters your body and brain for the worse. As you consume addictive substances, over time your brain becomes dependent on these substances, which can lead to fatal consequences. Understanding the science of addiction can be complex; however, it’s important to understand, especially if you are looking to progress along […]
According to the National Institutes of Health, 10% of US adults have had a drug use disorder at some point in their lives. This staggering statistic highlights just how common drug addiction is today. Chances are there may be someone in your own life who is struggling with addiction and may not even realize it. […]
