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While taking care of your physical and mental health should be a priority every day, observing National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) is a great way to remind yourself and others. Your health is critical to your overall wellbeing. Crossroads encourages all of our residents to take their healthcare seriously and use their time in treatment…
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While commonly prescribed to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, some women also take Adderall purely for the high. Many abusers of Adderall use it to boost energy to meet a deadline or complete a daunting task. Like any drug, Adderall can also be highly addictive, especially when misused. There are serious side effects like…
DetailsUnhealthy eating habits are not uncommon, but when they become unsafe and threaten your health and well-being, then it’s time to seek help. If you’re not sure what the signs or triggers of an eating disorder are, the Crossroads team can help. Binge eating disorder has its own unique set of triggers, and learning ways…
DetailsStress can be one of the most significant contributors to addiction and one of the biggest hurdles to recovery, especially among women. Understanding what causes stress and what stress can trigger is integral to a successful recovery from a substance use disorder. While stress is universal, it’s only more intense in those battling addiction. Since…
DetailsSupporting friends, family, and coworkers who are trying to get or stay sober is something that should be practiced every day. However, it deserves special attention during Alcohol Awareness Month. In fact, promoting and living a healthier lifestyle overall can be the right choice for all involved. While Alcohol Awareness Month occurs every April, the…
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Recovering from an eating disorder is not easy. But before any treatment can begin, any treatment facility needs to understand what the person dealing with the eating disorder is going through and how their eating disorder has impacted family relationships. So we ask each person entering any treatment to meet with a licensed counselor for…
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A substance use disorder (SUD) can affect people from all walks of life, and it can also greatly affect their relationships with family and friends. If you’re living with a substance use disorder, then the chances are that those close to you are suffering differently. As your dependence on drugs or alcohol increases, so do…
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Trauma and alcohol addiction are interrelated. So much so that many addiction treatment centers will use a trauma-informed approach. This approach to addiction treatment has been proven to help successfully overcome the mental, physical, behavioral, social, and emotional effects of a substance use disorder. Trauma-informed care is an approach that helps treatment providers customize an…
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A partial hospitalization program, or PHP, is ideal if you’re looking for help with addiction for the first time. However, it can also be helpful if you’re looking for extra support in your recovery to avoid relapse. It’s not easy for many people to remove themselves from their everyday life to enter inpatient residential treatment.…
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While widely prescribed to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy, Adderall is also very addictive. Family and friends may begin to notice that you have substance abuse symptoms, which may be hard for you to acknowledge. As these symptoms persist and continue to interfere with your life, you need to know the dangers…
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