It is common for those with substance use disorder (SUD) to relapse within the first year after completing treatment. Some individuals with SUD find it difficult to recover from a substance relapse. Without emotional, professional, or peer […]
The cycle of addiction can be challenging to break free from. Uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms can make one feel as if they are trapped in their substance use. Although discontinuing drugs and alcohol may seem simple, detoxing alone […]
For some individuals, it can be challenging to maintain sobriety without additional support. This can be especially so for those experiencing challenges with substance use disorder (SUD) or co-occurring mental health conditions. Both the early and late […]
Grief and loss are among the most significant emotions that affect people throughout their lives. These feelings can be quite devastating for those who are in the process of recovery from addiction. Everyone mourns differently, and it […]
Many individuals feel overwhelmed when making an effort to choose a treatment center. Pressure from family and friends, coupled with the persistent effects of one’s condition, can push one to want to get the process started immediately. […]
Co-occurring disorders are one of the most important issues in the realm of addiction treatment. Dual diagnosis is another term used to describe comorbidity when an individual has substance use disorder (SUD) and a coexisting mental health […]
Life after being charged with a DUI/DWI tends to change due to various requirements. It can be difficult for one with a DUI/DWI to adjust to their new lifestyle. Certain limitations, unwanted substance exposure, and uncomfortable triggers […]
Addiction is not a question of one’s volition or character; rather, it entails major alterations in the brain and neurotransmitter systems. It is a chronic and bio-psycho-social disorder that alters the brain’s structure and functioning in several […]
Although there is no direct cause of bipolar disorder, there is a strong link between the mental health condition and substance use disorder (SUD). Some individuals with addiction and bipolar disorder self-medicate with drugs and alcohol. It […]
The road to overcoming addiction is an individual journey that you have to go through on your own. It is not only the body that gets to undergo the detoxification process but also the mind and soul. […]