Sometimes addiction is a slow process that develops over time, or it can happen quickly, depending on genetics or other factors. Because it’s a complex brain disease, it can have extremely negative consequences on the person and those involved in their life. We’ll discuss what constitutes addiction and the most effective methods of treatment. Characteristics…
It’s challenging watching someone go through addiction, but once a loved one admits they have a problem and seeks help, they will need all the support and love they can get. Read about helping a loved one going through the 12-step process, so they have the highest chances of succeeding in the recovery of alcohol…
A residential treatment center is much like an inpatient treatment center in that the program provides live-in treatment for addiction and mental health disorders. However, there are differences. Keep reading to see what those differences are and the components of a residential treatment center. Residential Treatment Center Often, a residential and inpatient treatment center is…
You might have seen some disturbing signs of your teen abusing drugs and noticed them acting strangely. You even thought about confronting their behavior. Is what your seeing something else, like anxiety and depression? Or, did you not educate them enough about drugs so as not to worry about the issue? There might be a…
Helping those you love through a difficult time is not easy. The support you offer to them may make all the difference on their journey to recovery. Though the choice to overcome an addiction belongs to those facing it, they can be significantly helped. Build Trust Those dealing with addiction need to feel safe. They…
An intervention can be a difficult thing to pull-off, but it may help your loved one to the pathway of recovery. During an invention, family and friends of the loved one battling addiction have the opportunity to offer help and present a prearranged treatment plan. If you have a loved one struggling with an addiction,…
Meditation can be a beneficial way to relax, focus, and reduce stress. If you’re new to meditation, you can start small and customize it to your needs. Working some meditation into your day, even if for only a few minutes, can make a real difference. A study published recently in the American Psychological Journal found…