Healthy eating habits are not just created overnight. It takes intentional acts to create space for putting good food in the body that helps you grow stronger. With obesity still a national health crisis and addictions, along with mental health disorders, creating challenges for people’s health, nutrition is more important than ever. People who enter…
Addiction treatment is intense and overwhelming. Many people are unsure how to approach their treatment program and stay engaged. The most effective way to receive addiction treatment is to get involved in the whole process. Someone who is committed and involved in treatment has a greater chance of completing rehab and maintaining sobriety long-term. Successful…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a serious mental health issue that can develop when a person experiences deep trauma. There can be challenges managing a person’s health and they will then need professional help to cope. However, it is a good idea to learn about how depressants and PTSD work because they may not be…
Americans struggle with addiction every year. Estimates range around 22 million people, or nearly 10 percent of the population, struggles with addiction. Most people who struggle are not receiving necessary treatment to support their addiction. Many people associate stigma with substance abuse, while not fully understanding addiction. Understanding Addiction Addiction is considered a problem of…
When a person decides to seek professional help, one of the most important decisions they make is to work hard and be surrounded by healthcare professionals who can help them focus on learning how to stay sober. Going through rehab can be scary for people who have to face physical, psychological, and social changes. It…
Addiction and drug abuse have many forms as the people who struggle with them also have. When a person realizes they have a drug problem, they may decide to get help from other people. Admitting a problem exists and seeking professional help are critical steps a person can take towards a new beginning in recovery.…
The challenges of substance abuse treatment are myriad but there are many options available to people who are interested in seeking help for addiction. A good treatment program for substance abuse will be holistic, comprehensive, and focused on the individual’s needs. Successful rehab for people with alcoholism may require dual diagnosis treatment while other addictions…
Millions of people struggle with drug abuse and dependence. Many more need treatment and struggle with how to get proper assistance. A failed intervention may be one reason people do not get the help they need. The reasons for failed interventions vary, depending on the person and their needs. What is an Intervention Interventions occur…
Drug abuse and dependence impacts people all over the world. Mental health issues are also a challenge for people. When a person has a problem with drugs, he may feel he has lost control of his life. Dealing with drug abuse or dependence is already challenging, but this condition can be more difficult to manage…
Embrace Your Inner Introvert: Why it Helps Recovery Recovering from drug or alcohol addiction is difficult for anyone. However, it may be really hard for a person who is an introvert. The demands on a person can be difficult and it may feel like it works against you. Learn some tips for how to handle…