Millennials are the Generation of Moderation
Americans in their twenties and thirties are now developing different habits than previous generations when it comes to alcohol. Beverage manufacturers and even the media have noticed a decline in alcohol use among people between ages 22 to 38. Millennials are now choosing sobriety and health instead of heavy drinking as a way to cope…
Individual Therapy & One-on-One Sessions in Addiction Recovery
Although many aspects of addiction recovery focus on individual therapy and one-on-one sessions, group therapy also plays a critical role in treatment. Most patients in an addiction recovery program will go to a process group as part of their healing. This is a type of group therapy that relies on the interactions between patients and…
Is Recovery Losing Its Religion?
When it comes to addiction recovery, the relationship between spirituality and healing is a topic that has sparked ongoing debates. Traditional recovery programs, such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA), have long emphasized the importance of a Higher Power in the healing process. However, in recent years, there has been a growing interest in secular recovery approaches,…
The Secret to Success in Addiction Recovery
Recovery is a different experience for everyone and some people may find that their road to sobriety is more difficult than they imagined. However, anyone can be successful in leaving their addictive habits behind if they are committed to their plan and follow the guidelines set out by their treatment program. There is no one…
How Environment Influences Addiction Behavior
There are many aspects of addiction that come from internal sources such as genetic predisposition, mental health problems and personal outlook. However, an individual’s environment can also play a big role in their relationship with substance abuse. Someone’s tendency to engage in addictive behavior can be a complex combination of internal and external factors. The…
Mental Health of Stalkers
The act of stalking someone can be a terrifying situation and the victim will end up living in fear when dealing with an obsessive stalker. It is important to understand what is happening psychologically when someone has the tendency to be obsessive and stalk others. Their mental health is often in a very damaged state…
Opioids and the Modern Family Structure
The opioid epidemic has taken its toll on the nation’s health and well-being of many people struggling with addiction. But the damage from opioid abuse not only affects the individual it also has a strong impact on family life. Addiction puts a financial and emotional strain on families that must care for their loved ones…
Drinking May Change Your Genes
Most people know how much drinking alcohol can damage your physical and mental health but new research shows that it can also lead to changes in your genes. Binge-drinking alcohol actually causes changes in the genes within your body’s cells which can lead to serious damage to the liver that can’t be reversed. Even though…
Harmful Alcohol Consumption Is a Global Issue
Reducing Harmful Alcohol Consumption Globally Will Improve the Health and Well-being of Humanity as a Whole Alcohol abuse is a rampant problem throughout the U.S. leading to millions of people not only suffering from issues with alcoholism but also having fatal repercussions from their disease. Recently in 2016, it was reported that 3 million people…
Drug Testing for Unemployment Benefits?
While certain employers might choose to test potential employees for drug use, the Trump administration is considering the possibility of requiring the unemployed to take drug tests as well. People that are laid off or discharged and are receiving unemployment benefits between jobs may be required to take drug tests in order to collect their…