With hundreds of thousands of rehabilitation centers around the world, it’s hard to determine which one is the right fit. So many are committed to providing exceptional service and tools for success. For those interested in completing a drug or… Read More ›
Category: Treatment
What are some Psychosocial Treatment Options for Those with Cocaine Dependency?
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), an estimated 1.5 million Americans aged 12 or older were using cocaine in 2014. Annual surveys suggest that cocaine use has been quite stable since 2009 – with nearly 505,224 emergency… Read More ›
3 Challenges You’ll Have to Overcome Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy (also known as talk therapy) that helps clients replace old, unproductive and negative thought patterns into newer, more productive ones. Much of CBT is based on the idea that our thoughts… Read More ›
5 Reasons Why Your Teen Needs to Get Moving, For Their Mental Health
With mobile apps and gaming becoming the center of focus for many adolescents and teenagers today, it’s become challenging for parents to monitor their child’s usage on technology. “They’re just kids – they’ll grow out of it”, is likely a… Read More ›
6 Ways Couple’s Therapy Can Help if Mental Illness is Involved
Previous research has shown that when mental illness is involved in romantic relationships, one partner may need to take on an additional role of support while the other attempts to manage their symptoms. Mental illness affects around 450 million people… Read More ›
Pressure Points You Never Knew You Could Use to Relieve Pain
Our society is certainly one that embraces medication, and it makes sense – if we can take something that will immediately (or very quickly) attenuate our symptoms, why wouldn’t we? The biggest concern with relying on medication for minor ailments… Read More ›
Your Ultimate Guide to Bipolar Disorder and ADHD, a Dual Diagnosis
Dual diagnosis, also known as comorbidity (or co-occurring disorder), is experienced by approximately 7.9 million people each year, according to the 2014 National Survey on Drug Use and Health. If you have a dual diagnosis, it’s important that you seek… Read More ›
5 Ways Media Falls Short on Suicide Prevention
Note: If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that each year, nearly 1 million people die by suicide, which is equal to 1… Read More ›
4 Magical Activities in Psychodrama That Build Self-Compassion
When it comes to recovery, self-compassion can be challenging sometimes. Perhaps you’ve gotten into this never-ending reel of doubt, fear, and negativity; thoughts such as “I don’t think I can do this” may plague your mind as you try to… Read More ›
Can Self-Help Groups Replace Treatment Programs?
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the most commonly known self-help groups out there – with weekly meetings, individuals from all walks of life can come in and talk about their experiences while learning of new tools and resources to… Read More ›