The opioid epidemic has led to opioid drug overdose as the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, according to the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM). Opioids are chemically related and interact with opioid receptors in the… Read More ›
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What Has Been the Role of Acupuncture Amidst the Opioid Crisis?
The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) has identified drug overdose as the leading cause of accidental death in the United States, with 20,101 overdose deaths related to prescription pain relievers and 12,990 overdose deaths related to heroin use in… Read More ›
Can Someone with Narcissistic Personality Disorder Recover?
Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is often characterized by a sense of grandiosity, lack of empathy, and a need for admiration. It is estimated that nearly 1 in 16 Americans has NPD at some point in their lives, leading many people… Read More ›
How Can Use of Marijuana Contribute to Dependency?
As stated by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), marijuana use can lead to the development of marijuana use disorder; research estimates that 30% of people who use marijuana have some degree of this disorder. Furthermore, individuals who use… Read More ›
How Can the Family System Inform Individualized Treatment?
Individualized treatment has become more widespread than ever before, as researchers have found that each person’s unique history, experiences, and background contribute to their needs in recovery. Whether you’re attending treatment for a mental illness or addiction, your family dynamic… Read More ›
How Can I Redefine the Narrative of My Life?
If you’ve been struggling with addiction, you may be feeling guilt, shame, anger, hurt, sadness, and more. These feelings take place especially as we learn more about how we’ve hurt others, including ourselves. A reputable treatment center should be able… Read More ›
What Will I Learn with SMART Recovery?
Self-management and Recovery Training (SMART) is a non-profit organization that holds meetings in the United States and several other countries, including Denmark, Ireland, Australia, and the UK. It is a 4-point system that has helped people all the world recover… Read More ›
What Are ‘The Four Agreements’ and How Does That Fit into My Recovery?
Based on the best-selling book titled The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom, author Don Miguel Ruiz writes of his own personal experience with addiction and how his self-limiting beliefs robbed him of his joy and potential. His… Read More ›
What Is Somatic Therapy?
According to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, nearly 38% of adults in the United States utilize complementary and alternative medicine. These holistic treatment methods include acupuncture, biofeedback, Reiki, naturopathy, meditation, massage, and more. Somatic therapy is a… Read More ›
What is the Difference Between Valium and Vicodin?
What are Valium and Vicodin? Valium and Vicodin are listed under two separate drug classifications, and these two drugs are used for completely different reasons. Valium (the brand name for diazepam) is a benzodiazepine often used to treat anxiety disorders,… Read More ›
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