What Factors Into Treatment Completion for Substance Use Disorders?
There are many reasons why individuals decide to leave their treatment program. Perhaps you’re contemplating leaving your own, or maybe your loved one is thinking
There are many reasons why individuals decide to leave their treatment program. Perhaps you’re contemplating leaving your own, or maybe your loved one is thinking
Whether we recognize it or not, the music we hear has a significant impact on our societal views. Previous research has shown that music helps
Dual diagnosis is defined as having two conditions as once – for example, having a mental illness and a substance use disorder is considered dual
Note: If you’re experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Your life matters. The world mourned when it was discovered
As humans, there is always more than meets the eye. If you’re currently in recovery (or seeking to be) from an addiction, consider the fact
Opioid abuse, dependency, and overdose has risen to astronomical levels in the United States over the past decade. The National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Substances like alcohol can have significant effects on the brain and body, and much of a person’s restoration in recovery depends on specific components of
Stigma is defined as “a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.” Stigma in and of itself is incredibly damaging, as
For many people in mental illness and/or addiction recovery, the holidays bring about a slew of memories and emotions. Our emotions are key informants to
For many people in addiction recovery, life transitions must take place – ones that certainly affect the mind, body, and spirit, but also one’s social