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…
Addiction is a disease that does not discriminate; it affects people of all genders, ages, races, ethnicities, professions, and socioeconomic classes. In addition, addiction affects everyone, not just the person with a substance use disorder. Spouses, children, and relatives feel the impact too as they deal with the stress, uncertainty, and disorder that substance misuse…
Addiction does not discriminate. It affects people of all genders, races, occupations, and socioeconomic statuses. One of the best ways to tackle this epidemic is to seek drug addiction help early on before the situation worsens. Early intervention can support improved recovery, decreased impact of long-term effects, and higher quality of life, stopping addiction before…
Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be frustrating and heartbreaking. You want them to get better, but perhaps previous attempts to talk to them about treatment have been ineffective, or maybe they’re in denial about the severity of the problem. When nothing else seems to be working, families often hold an intervention to…
On the surface, it may not seem like individuals with substance use disorders and those with eating disorders would have much in common. But when you get down to it, there are actually many similarities. Both groups struggle to manage their relationship with certain substances, be it drugs, alcohol, or food. Both have underlying causes…
Substance use disorders do not affect just the person in active addiction – they affect the entire family and everyone who interacts with the person. As a loved one, it can be hard to resist the urge to blame yourself for their addiction or feel as though you played some part in it. But you…
Once you finish a residential treatment program, you may feel ready to take on the world. You’re equipped with all sorts of strategies and skills to maintain your sobriety and a healthier lifestyle. You’re no longer under the influence of drugs or alcohol and are thinking more clearly and feeling stronger. But it is important…
Before we were surrounded by technology, we were surrounded by nature. The United States is filled with woodlands, mountains, lakes, and streams, and Maine is no exception. Crossroads for Women incorporates nature into addiction treatment for its vast healing potential. Free from the distraction of technology, clients can focus on the natural beauty and peace…
