Empathy is a way of engaging with other people in relationship, including family, friends and colleagues. It plays an essential role in helping relate to emotions of others. It can also bridge the gap between treatment and recovery of relationships due to addiction. Consider why empathy matters for recovery and how to tap into its […]
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As college students head back to campus, and some still schooling from their homes, we have to be aware of the dangers of addiction in college and on college campuses. College is a time for students to really find who they truly are in their studies and majors, as well as their social life. Everyone
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Addiction to drugs and alcohol can start from many different things. They become an escape from reality, which can include major stress, anxiety, and at times, depression. Many of us resort to it because it numbs us from the real world. All of our problems only get worse when we fall into addiction, but there
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As a family member or friend who knows someone struggling with addiction, we may not quite understand the entirety of what they’re going through. As an outsider, we need to make sure we have a good grasp on how addiction is stronger than we may think. Anyone who has NEVER smoked a cigarette before will
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With everything going on in our lives, anxiety and stress can become a major part of our struggles. Whether you have a 9-5 job, go to school, work part-time, or are retired, anxiety and stress can sneak up on you without even knowing it. We run into situations in our lives where anxiety can become
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Getting outside and exploring the wilderness can have major physical and mental health benefits. For sobriety, outdoor hiking and adventuring can actually help people deal with their addictions. Many retreat centers around the country utilize the good weather in their therapy to help people along the way to a sober life. Cypress Lake Recovery Offers
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The co-occurrence of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and Alcohol Use Disorder is relatively common. PTSD is a mental health disorder that can occur after experiencing a major traumatic event. Such events can include physical violence, sexual assault, combat, natural disasters, accidents, or death. In many cases, individuals experience such trauma directly. Some others, however, only
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Getting help in treatment Addiction is complicated and affects every aspect of your life. Making the decision to stop using is a big step toward recovery. In treatment, you will learn how to cope without drugs or alcohol and connect with others who share similar struggles. There are support groups and meetings where you can
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Changing your lifestyle An article by Steven M. Melemis for Yale Journal of Biology and Medicine, NIH (2015), explains, “The most important rule of recovery is that a person does not achieve recovery by just not using. Recovery involves creating a new life in which it is easier to not use.” Stay positive, have sober family
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Most people have cell phones with unlimited availability to the Internet. There are dozens of social media websites and apps that can be downloaded to cell phones. Social media allows a person to accept requests from followers or friends, which provides access to the person’s profile, photos, and posts. Excessive social media use is comparable
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