How Do I Know I’m Ready for Recovery?
People in your life may be concerned about your drinking habits or your drug use. Maybe concerned family members make comments when you go for one more beer at parties or have a second glass of wine […]
Postpartum Depression and Substance Use
During recovery, a person will have to learn coping strategies and life skills that will help them better adapt to change. Large life events and transitional stages can be stressful for anyone. A history of substance use, […]
Debunking Misconceptions About Rehabilitation Facilities
There are a lot of misconceptions about attending treatment facilities for a substance use disorder (SUD). The myths can prevent a person from getting the help they need. To encourage treatment, let’s debunk some incorrect ideas about […]
The Relationship Between Postpartum Depression and Substance Use
Many new mothers experience symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD). Women with substance use disorder (SUD) have an increased risk of PPD. According to the Office on Women’s Health, “One in 9 new mothers has postpartum depression.” Restoration […]
Restore Your Mind by Practicing Mindfulness
During your recovery journey, you may be encouraged to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness techniques can help you manage substance use and other mental health symptoms. It is often used as a tool for reducing stress, changing toxic self-talk, […]
How Can Trauma Impact Substance Use?
Studies have shown a correlation between substance use and trauma. As a result, many rehabilitation facilities provide trauma-based therapies that focus on healing the person’s trauma to treat their substance use symptoms. Unfortunately, some people are in […]
Should I Go Back to Treatment?
We have all heard the adage that “relapse is a part of recovery.” While it is true that many people return to substance use after a period of sobriety, experts agree that relapse is not an isolated […]
Intergenerational Trauma and Its Impact on Addiction
What Is “Intergenerational Trauma”? Intergenerational trauma, also known as generational or transgenerational trauma, is defined by the American Psychiatric Association (APA) as unconscious grief from historical trauma passed down from generation to generation. According to the (APA), […]