Narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) is a mental disorder in which the person has an inflated sense of self-importance and a deep need for admiration. Narcissism has been misconstrued as being the disorder as well, but narcissism is a spectrum that… Read More ›
Category: Recovery
Positive Psychology Could Boost Your Mental Health in Recovery, Here’s How
Willie Nelson once said, “Once you replace negative thoughts with positive ones, you’ll start having positive results.” There’s no question that mental health recovery can be a scary journey – after all, it involves change, growth, and transformation – all of… Read More ›
What If I Never Get Better?
No matter if you’ve been working towards your recovery for a month, a year, or 10 years, there’s no doubt there will be challenging times. Recovery – like life – is comprised of many ups and downs, achievements and downfalls,… Read More ›
Don’t Give Up: Risk Factors of Individuals Who May Drop Out of Treatment Early
Whether it’s you or a loved one who has recently began a treatment program for an addiction or mental illness, anxiety and overwhelming feelings may be at the forefront of your heart and mind. It’s normal to feel apprehensive –… Read More ›
What Does It Mean to Experience Self-Stigma?
There’s no doubt that many people with mental illness experienced discrimination or stereotyping on a daily basis. Nearly one in five Americans experience a mental health disorder each year, yet only 25% of people with a psychological condition feel that… Read More ›
One Step Forward, Two Steps Back: The Art of Falling and Getting Back Up in Recovery
Imagine that everything has been going very well for you in recovery lately. You’ve met all of your goals that you’ve had set for yourself, and your therapist has commended you on your diligence in meeting those goals. You’ve been… Read More ›
Your Ultimate Guide to Heroin Addiction Recovery
According to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 948,000 people reported using heroin in 2016. Heroin addiction has shown to be very destructive to people’s health, social, home, and financial life; long-term use changes the physical structure and… Read More ›
How Can I Become More Stabilized in my Recovery?
In the beginning of your recovery, stabilization is incredibly important. Many people with addiction experience depression, anxiety, and more as they generally feel a physical and psychological imbalance. The right treatment program is meant to help you regain that balance… Read More ›
What You Need to Know About Amino Acids: How They Can Promote Your Recovery
Addiction disrupts the body’s functions, including the body’s ability to produce chemicals such as dopamine, the “feel good” chemical. When this happens, many people who stop using experience withdrawal symptoms both physical and psychological; physical symptoms may include weakness, clammy… Read More ›
What’s Best for You?: Many Factors That Contribute to a Customized Treatment Program
Finding the right treatment program for you can be a daunting experience. With so many options and so much to consider, it may feel easy to simply select a program that’s the most convenient, affordable, or straight-forward. While all of… Read More ›