What Are 5 Things Family Members Should Know About Dual Diagnosis Treatment? When family members or loved ones go for dual diagnosis treatment, they are checking themselves in for something that is very important to their health going into recovery. Dual diagnosis treatment focuses on treating mental health disorders alongside addiction. There is nothing to…
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Family Needs Support in Rehab: How to Find the Right Help Addiction changes people in many ways. The abuse of alcohol and other drugs has a profound impact on how the brain and body work. The fact is, addiction can change a person’s personality to the point they are not recognizable to anyone that loves…
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Who Needs an Intervention (and How Can Families Help)? A loved one who suffers from addiction can experience great pain and difficulty in their life. They may also bring that into the family and make others suffer as a result. Interventions are designed to let the person know they need help and the family and…
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How Do I Explain Bipolar Disorder to Family? When you think about how to explain yours or a loved one’s bipolar disorder to others, it can feel daunting. It may even feel like you should not have to explain it to anyone, yet it is impacting your life. When thinking about how to organize your…
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Five Habits for a Fitter You and Family Children and adolescents whose mothers follow five healthy habits are less likely to become obese than those who do not follow any habits. When both mother and child follow these habits, the risk of obesity goes way down compared with those who did not. Learn more about…
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How Do I Confront a Loved One About Addiction Loving a person with addiction can be one of the hardest things to experience. The emotions you go through while they struggle can leave a person feeling overwhelmed and powerless. It can feel like one’s entire life is overtaken by substance abuse. If you take action…
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