Author name: Stephanie Ballard PhD, LPCC, CADC

The Importance of Staying Active In Recovery

Addiction Recovery /
Everyone gets bored on occasion, but for a person recovering from drug or alcohol addiction, boredom increases the risk of relapse. Overcoming addiction is challenging, but staying occupied with healthy activities will lessen the risk of turning to drugs or alcohol. Staying active also promotes physical and mental health, which is important for a person's [...]

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Why People are Reluctant to Seek Treatment

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Drug and alcohol addiction puts a person at risk for life-threatening medical health complications. Substance abuse causes brain damage, liver failure, nerve damage, heart attack, overdose, and death. Mental health problems such as depression, anxiety, or paranoia develop from substance abuse. Drug and alcohol abuse severs relationships with family, friends, and coworkers. A person who

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Cypress Lake Recovery Now Part Of Dr.Phil’s Path To Recovery

Addiction Recovery /
Cypress Lake Recovery is proud to announce the integration of Dr. Phil’s Path to Recovery to our residential treatment program. This groundbreaking virtual reality program was designed by Dr. Phil and his team of researchers, behavioral scientists, and other professionals specifically to aid in the reduction of recidivism often experienced in recovery from addiction. When

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5 Ways to Prepare for Challenges in Recovery

Addiction Recovery /
The temptation to relapse is difficult for someone with an addiction. During recovery, you need to prepare for challenges that put you at risk of relapse. This includes avoiding people, places, and things that relate to your lifestyle of using drugs or alcohol. Learning relapse prevention skills can help prevent high-risk situations. Here are 5

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Cypress Lake Partners with Dr. Phil to Introduce Virtual Reality Therapy

Addiction Recovery /

Cypress Lake Recovery is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Phil’s Path to Recovery to our rehabilitation program. On April 5th, 2017, Cypress Lake Recovery integrated this groundbreaking virtual reality (VR) program designed to help reduce recidivism and improve overall outcomes for inpatient drug and alcohol rehabilitation. Developed by Dr. Phil McGraw and Jay

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7 Signs of a High-Functioning Alcoholic

Drug Addiction /
A person who is a high-functioning alcoholic hides their addiction to alcohol and maintains a successful career, family life, and relationships with friends. The signs of a high-functioning alcoholic are not always obvious and can be hard to detect. If your loved one drinks regularly, he or she might be a high-functioning alcoholic. High-functioning alcoholics

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How Long is the Stay in Residential Treatment?

Addiction Treatment /
Depending on your needs, options, and severity of drug and alcohol use, you can stay short-term or long-term in a residential treatment facility. Every treatment is unique to each person's situation. Addiction to drugs and alcohol affects all areas of a person's life. Treatment is part of the recovery process that rehabilitates and prepares the

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