The term “dual disorder” refers to people with a substance abuse disorder who have an underlying mental health issue. They are often the root cause of an individual’s addiction problems. Read on to learn more about the answer to the question, “What is a dual diagnosis?” and how vital it is to address an addiction…
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Stress often plays a key role in causing individuals to turn to drugs and alcohol. They need something to help them deal with overwhelming situations. Many people with addiction problems lack the necessary coping skills needed to navigate daily life. Learning different stress management techniques while in recovery can help you when you leave the…
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Sober fun can be an alien concept to those new to recovery. It can be a hard to remember at time when they went out and had fun without being under the influence of drugs or alcohol. It is possible for newly sober individuals to take part in fun sober activities while avoiding the lifestyle…
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‘Tis the season for celebrating and for some that will mean a sober New Years. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that the number of people that die in alcohol-related car crashes rises exponentially with each New Year’s celebration. During the holiday season, 40 percent of deadly crashes involve drunk drivers. In addition, AAA…
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“Am I an alcoholic?” It’s an important question to ask because alcohol use puts you at risk in many ways. The Centers for Disease Control and Preventions states that on average more than 22,000 people die each year from alcoholic liver diseases. Another almost 40,000 die of alcohol-induced deaths, not counting accidents. Those number should…
DetailsThere are many treatment facilities out there that offer the benefits of a family program in drug and alcohol rehab. The simple fact is that for most, addiction is a family matter. It affects not just the person who is using but the people around them, as well, and that is usually family members like…
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CBT vs. DBT, what’s the difference? These abbreviations are standard in addiction treatment but may be difficult to understand, especially for family members such as parents. They may not have much experience with substance use disorder, so they are not familiar with the terminology. CBT and DBT are two treatments that you will likely see…
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Stress is often considered one of the great dangers of the modern world. Its effect on your health and well being can be very devastating. This problem is particularly an issue for those who experience addiction or high levels of anxiety. Therefore, you need to master stress management techniques. The Dangers of Stress Stress causes…
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The signs of alcoholism are not always easy to detect. Some people can function with an addiction to alcohol for several years. Other people are good at hiding the problem. As a result, someone may not receive the treatment they need until they ‘hit bottom’ and ask for help. There are physical and psychological signs…
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Do you know someone who regularly uses heroin? Most of us do. Many of us have used it ourselves, And not surprisingly, many of us are still using it. Heroin is a drug that is much more affordable than it once was. It’s relatively easy to buy, and it makes people feel good for a…
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