Modern science has made vast steps forward into understanding the science of addiction and mental health. While these fields are complex and multifaceted, they exist in a distilled form as the 10 guiding principles to the process of recovery. When carers and patients alike understand these principles, they can incorporate them together in the journey towards […]
Once someone who’s suffering from addiction makes the decision to pick up the pieces of their lives, they have a complex journey ahead. While every individual has their own unique experience, successes, and pitfalls, recovery occurs in five stages. From the start of harm reduction and into general abstinence onward to long-term recovery, understanding these […]
Alcoholism is widespread in the U.S., where an estimated 14.1 million adults are diagnosed with alcohol use disorder, reports the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA). This number may even be higher, as it doesn’t include the number of adults who are suffering from alcoholism in silence. Knowing the characteristics of an alcoholic can help […]
Some mental health professionals have been calling the Covid-19 lockdown “a pandemic within a pandemic” due to the rising numbers of people struggling with substance abuse as a result of the quarantine and its effects. While some people may think that being house-bound or having a limited number of people in their “bubble” would decrease […]
California is home to hundreds of drug rehab centers located all across the state, which can make the task of choosing a treatment center highly overwhelming. However, it’s important to know that addiction treatment can be covered by your insurance plan, and that you can choose to recover wherever you please in the setting of […]
Alcohol is the most commonly abused substance in the U.S., with nearly 55% of Americans report drinking at least one time during the past month, reports the NIAAA. When you drink alcohol regularly, sometimes it can be difficult to determine whether you might be drinking too much or just enough for it to be problematic and […]
Recovery from drug and alcohol addiction can take several weeks, months, years, or even a lifetime, in some cases. During that time, you will need access to a strong support network of friends, family, addiction treatment professionals, and peers in recovery who can hold you accountable and help you stay on track with your recovery. […]
A person who needs to go through addiction rehabilitation for drugs, alcohol, or a combination of more than one should ensure that they choose the rehab facility that meets their needs. This isn’t always an easy task, but it’s one that can have a profound impact on the success they enjoy with their recovery. There […]
Addiction of any type carries a stigma, which is why thousands of Americans who suffer from alcohol addiction do not acknowledge their problem or seek treatment. However, alcoholism left untreated can open the door for a wide range of serious problems including organ damage, alcohol poisoning, and loss of jobs and relationships. Excessive alcohol use […]
Drinking may be a problem in your life if this behavior is negatively affecting your career, education, relationships, and social activities. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, a person may be addicted to alcohol if they experience a pattern of use that meets 10 or 11 specific diagnostic criteria within a 1-year period. […]
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