Traveling For Drug Rehab…Is It Worth It? Drug addiction can be a debilitating and life-altering condition affecting millions of individuals and their loved ones. Overcoming addiction requires a comprehensive treatment approach that includes therapy, support, and lifestyle changes. Drug rehab can be the first step toward a successful recovery, but choosing the right rehab center … Read More
Mindfulness and Addiction Recovery: A Brief History of Psychotherapy First-generation therapies (the 1960s) are therapies that were born to overcome the limitations of psychoanalytic therapy, the dominant treatment at that time. You know, Sigmund Freud, a sofa, free association, repressed memories, all that mumbo jumbo. First-generation therapies in opposition pitched behaviorism. We are talking about … Read More
Early Sobriety And Anxiety Are Two Peas in a Pod Early sobriety is a critical period for individuals recovering from alcohol or drug addiction, as it often comes with feelings of fatigue, anxiety, or depression. During this time, individuals also encounter sobriety triggers, which are people, places, and things that instigate the desire to use … Read More
Can Hypnosis Cure Addiction? Let’s unpack this question a bit. Addiction is a complex issue that affects millions of people worldwide. With so many potential treatments available, one lesser-known option has garnered attention for its potential in addressing addiction: hypnosis. Hypnosis is a natural, relaxed state in which the mind becomes more receptive to suggestions, … Read More
The Open Mindedness and Recovery thought experiment… Imagine a friend telling you about this remarkable, damn near fictional, utopian city. He states the case, rather persuasively, and insists you must move in post-haste. In his defense, the enthusiasm of his persistence parallels his claims. “It’s perfect in every way,” he states, “it’s a quintessential combination … Read More
Research has established that substance use disorder (SUD) and mental health disorders often co-occur. That means a person suffering from substance abuse is more likely to have a mental health disorder and vice versa. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, about half the people with mental illnesses have a substance use disorder. The … Read More