Addiction Recovery

An intensive outpatient program (IOP) treats people with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health illnesses. This program is ideal for those who do not require detox or supervision. An IOP is an alternative to residential treatment. It aims to establish psychosocial support and produce relapse management and coping strategies, including structured relapse prevention. An [...]

Addiction is a behavior that a person continues to do even though it leads to harmful consequences. Addiction seizes the brain's normal functions and changes the brain chemically and physiologically. This makes it extremely difficult to change the addictive behavior. Breaking the cycle of addiction requires a good treatment program that will help a person

Many people experience boredom at some point in their lives. Boredom can result from a person's lack of interest in activities, work, or life. When a person is bored, he or she lacks motivation or interest in healthy activities and is at risk of turning to drugs or alcohol, which can lead to addiction. Boredom

Special events such as weddings, holidays, parties and other social events can be difficult for people who are in recovery. Many people associate these events with drinking alcohol. Attending these events can be very challenging, especially if you suffer from a mental health condition. Sadly, many people think alcohol is needed to have fun. In

Packing for your stay in treatment can be overwhelming. Knowing what you should bring to treatment beforehand will be less stressful. Treatment Follow the general guidelines of what usually is and is not acceptable. What you should bring to treatment: A list of personal contacts with phone numbers. Bring a list of your contacts and

Alcohol affects a person's mood, emotions, and behavior and makes the brain release dopamine, which causes a pleasurable feeling. Alcohol consumption affects the brain and its ability to control the individual's behavior, thinking, motion, and speech and has deadly affects on the heart. Drinking heavily can lead to heart disease, heart attack, or stroke. The

The holidays can be difficult for people suffering with a mental condition, such as depression or anxiety disorders. These conditions can be debilitating and lead to drug or alcohol use. When you use substances to cope, the symptoms of depression or anxiety can worsen. Drug or alcohol use often coincides with a mental illness. Using

Adjusting to a new sober lifestyle after treatment can be difficult. Many changes must be made to live a productive, healthy life without drugs or alcohol. Treatment teaches coping skills for coping with stress and anxiety throughout recovery. Returning to work after treatment can be scary and stressful. If you know what to expect, you

You don’t know where to turn — your doctor has prescribed medication after medication for your mental health disorder, but nothing seems to be working. The side effects have included everything from fatigue to weight gain, and you’re fed up. It doesn’t seem fair; you’re just trying to get better and live a normal life,