Addiction recovery is a process; it does not happen overnight. It takes time for the body and brain to heal and for individuals to adapt to lifestyle changes. Through treatment for addiction recovery, women and men can build the strategies and routines they need for a substance-free lifestyle, but they may still experience challenges such…
Did you know that depression is a condition that affects more than 16 million adults in America every year and that only around one-third of individuals with severe depression get the professional help and depression therapy they need for recovery? October 11 is and a wonderful opportunity to raise awareness and support people in recognizing…
When people think of eating disorders, the two most common conditions that come to mind are anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa. However, these are not the only eating disorders that exist. There are actually several conditions that all fall under the umbrella of eating disorders. Avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder is one of these conditions, and…
Although most people have heard of eating disorders such as anorexia or bulimia, they may not understand how these disorders really work. This can increase risk of believing myths and hearsay which can keep people from getting the eating disorder treatment they need. Many people falsely believe that eating problems are about control, but it…
Drug and alcohol addiction recovery is about more than just stopping substance use; it is about healing the mind and body as well to promote healthier routines and reduce risk of relapse. Substance use can take a toll on health – both physically and mentally – and individuals in recovery must develop healthy ways of…
September is National Recovery Month and a time to celebrate the successes of those in recovery and increase awareness and advocacy efforts. Many people are unaware of what it actually takes to recover from addiction and the processes involved. It is not a condition that is cured overnight, and relapse is a real risk. While…
Recovery from addiction is a process, and it can take several months or years for individuals to truly feel confident in their sobriety and ability to reduce risk of relapse. Many people think that once they complete treatment, they’ll be back to feeling like their old self before addiction set in. However, drugs and alcohol…
There is not one blanket solution for treating drug addiction or helping someone learn how to overcome alcoholism. Each person’s situation is different, so a variety of methodologies and activities are used to address an individual’s needs. In addition to traditional types of treatment for drug addiction such as counseling, therapy, abstinence, and exercise, other…
A substance use disorder can turn your life upside-down. It can turn you into someone you hardly recognize anymore. But many people hit their own “rock bottom” where they realize that they don’t want to (or can’t) continue down the path they’re on and must do something to change it. They’re ready to admit that…
In today’s society, there is a lot of pressure on people to look a certain way. Social media and advertisements have only amplified this focus. The desire to control one’s weight can quickly spiral into an eating disorder such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating, or other conditions. Some anorexia nervosa statistics from the…
