Drug Rehab Guide by Serenity
Drug Rehab Guide by Serenity Malibu When someone realizes they are addicted to a substance, in most cases they will need professional help to get sober again. Drug rehab comes in many forms but it always provides a safe space for people who are struggling with addiction to get the treatment they need to recover…
The Best Way to Reconnect with Old Friends After Drug Rehabilitation
Before I worked in addiction treatment, I went through my own process of recovery. One of the things I found hardest when leaving rehab was rebuilding my social circle. I wanted to reconnect with old friends, but I didn’t know how. I had alienated many close friends while addicted to drugs. Some of them I…
What is the Role of Individual Therapy at a Rehab?
In the context of conquering addiction, Individual Therapy emerges as a pivotal technique, involving intimate sessions wherein therapists connect with patients on a one-on-one basis. This method empowers individuals to confront their unique challenges head-on and devise personalized coping strategies. This comprehensive article navigates the domain of individual treatment, dissecting its core, mechanics, merits, and…
Alcoholism Impact On Childhood
You may have heard before that alcoholism runs in person’s family. Perhaps multiple generations of a single family have had similar alcohol abuse behaviors and health risks. One might wonder, is this all learned behavior or something more innate? Nature and Nurture Scientists have discovered there does exist a genetic factor that make some individuals…
Antidepressant Dependency Debate
According to the American Psychological Association, antidepressant usage is on the rise. There has been a 64 percent increase in the number of people using antidepressants between 1999 and 2014. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that approximately 1 in 10 people aged 12 years and older take an antidepressant. The Independent…
Healing Activities for Mental Health Recovery: Types and Benefits
Amid life’s challenges, it is important to find ways to heal and recover, especially when you are suffering from mental health problems. Healing activities for recovery will encompass emotions, thoughts, and spirits. Such activities offer more than just an escape – they provide ways to discover yourself and find well-being while also navigating your unique…
5 Things to Know about Addiction and Bipolar Disorder
Substance abuse often is closely connected to mental health issues and bipolar disorder can be one of the most vulnerable to dual diagnosis. Because bipolar disorder and substance abuse frequently occur together, it is helpful to know certain facts about the disorder and how it relates to drug use. 1. Bipolar disorder is often misdiagnosed…
4 Common Behavioral Addictions
When someone loses control of their behavior and compulsively engages in an activity despite its negative consequences, they may be facing a behavioral addiction. This can be just as damaging as substance abuse, often impacting mental, emotional, and physical health, relationships, and daily life. Unlike substance addiction, which involves physical dependence on drugs or alcohol,…
How Self-Love Can Change Your Mental Health
For people that struggle with depression, anxiety and other mental illnesses, they often have issues with self-esteem that greatly affect their lives. In fact, most people might not realize how many self-deprecating things they might think about themselves on a daily basis. Everyone can benefit from practicing self-love and learning how to be compassionate toward…
Common Attachment Issues that Affect Relationships
Many people who have had issues of trauma or other mental health problems may find it difficult to form healthy emotional attachments to others. They may be overly needy and become too close to people too quickly without defining boundaries. They can also be too distant and avoidant in a way that prevents them developing…