Xanax is a prescription medication often used to treat some forms of insomnia, anxiety, and seizures. It is also highly addictive. Xanax abuse occurs when a person consumes more of the drug than is prescribed for them or uses it without a prescription. For those using it as an anxiety treatment, it’s not safe to…
As complex as substance use disorders are, there’s no doubt they cause long-lasting damage to the function of the brain and the amount of inflammation present throughout the body. Meditation during recovery aims to offer some healing for these components. Designed as a therapy program for whole-body healing, meditation aids in reducing conflict and improving…
There are a lot of things to think about as you enter addiction recovery. You may be thinking about your health and getting back to work. You may be wondering about those relationships that you did not leave on good terms. Now that you are thinking clearly, you may recognize your need for a bit…
People who are lonely often struggle with other conditions, including alcohol addiction. Loneliness is a huge trigger for depression, and depression can cause people to turn to alcohol to numb their feelings. This endless cycle can be hard to break, and understanding the connection between alcohol and loneliness can help people start the right path…
Addiction recovery is a complex process that involves more than just detoxing from drugs. To fully recover from addiction and gain the skills needed for a truly sober lifestyle, individuals need to delve more deeply into the habits and mental processes that led to the addiction in the first place. One-on-one therapy is a critical…
The struggle to recover from substance abuse can be a long one. Treatment and rehab centers only set the stage for a lifelong challenge. Once you get beyond the immediate services of inpatient or outpatient treatment, support groups add an important layer to your recovery. Post-treatment support groups are a principal element of rehab aftercare.…
Today’s competitive global economy fills our work world with stress. With too many projects to finish and not enough time, it’s inevitable that some of us go home with our blood pressures elevated. Finding a plan for reducing stress at work is something everyone can benefit from. And that’s not just to improve work performance.…
If you are in a rehab treatment program for substance abuse, then you are most likely participating in a variety of therapy sessions each week. Detox is the first step in recovery, but therapy is a critical component for healing. Addiction can cause damage to your relationships, and your therapist may suggest family therapy to…
On October 10th, people around the world will be getting ready to recognize World Mental Health Day. This day is set aside to raise awareness of the issues surrounding those with mental health disorders. This day, first observed in 1992, was started by the World Federation for Mental Health by Deputy Secretary-General Richard Hunter. During…
Mental Illness Awareness Week will be recognized this year on October 4 – 10, 2020. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has devoted the first full week in October to bring awareness to mental illness. In 1990, Congress established this week in October as Mental Illness Awareness Week. Every year there are activities and…