Mental health consequences resulting from childhood trauma including abuse, neglect, and family stress can be horrific. Substance abuse is one of the many negative outcomes associated with childhood trauma. Understanding the complex link between adverse childhood experiences […]
Unaddressed borderline personality disorder (BPD) can negatively interfere with several aspects of an individual’s life. An individual’s relationships and academics may be severely impacted, and their professional life may also be at serious risk. There is a […]
At Restoration Recovery, we understand that family dynamics are a crucial aspect of addiction. One’s family dynamics, level of communication, and quality of support systems are critical in sustaining recovery and promoting healthy well-being. Understanding the complex […]
Getting diagnosed with a sexually transmitted disease (STD) can make an individual feel deeply shameful. This is especially true with an STD that has no cure and is the most deadly intimate infection to contract. Even though […]
Guilt and shame are the most frequent emotions that people in recovery from addiction have problems with. These feelings are common, but they can be barriers to recovery and improving self-esteem. When dealing with these emotions in […]
Many veterans find it challenging to cope with past trauma from the military. The negative effects of depression can leave an individual feeling helpless if their condition is left unaddressed. Negative stigma, hurtful stereotypes from society, and […]
The basis of all healthy relationships is trust. Addiction can destroy this foundation, leaving people to feel alone, hurt, and unsure of the future of their relationship. The path to rebuilding trust demands patience, dedication, and the […]
It can be challenging for some women to decipher typical postpartum emotions from deep feelings of depression. Some women may experience the “baby blues” a few days following childbirth. If major depressive feelings persist that is a […]