Sleep is crucial to every process in the body and significantly impacts physical and mental well-being. Individuals with substance use disorders (SUD) commonly have unhealthy…
The terms “opioids” and “opiates” are often used interchangeably, but they are not precisely the same. Opiates are derived from the poppy plant and include…
Substance abuse can occur on its own and often does for people. More commonly, however, it appears along with other mental health conditions, like anxiety,…
Psychotherapy is a broad term describing a treatment system with multiple components. In fact, psychotherapy is most often associated with “talk” therapy, but this is…
Substance use disorder (SUD) is a disease, and, as with any other disease, it requires proper treatment from qualified professionals. Appropriate treatment includes a care…
A significant number of people who have substance use disorders (SUD) also have a history of trauma and may have undiagnosed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).…
Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) are a treatment option to address substance use disorders SUD), mental health disorders, or co-occurring disorders for clients who do not…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a chronic mental health issue that can occur when after someone has witnessed or experienced a traumatic event. PTSD impacts…
Achieving sobriety is an accomplishment. However, detox and subsequent addiction treatment are just two steps on the path to recovery. The most significant challenges typically…
Feeling sadness, even deep sadness, from time to time is a normal response to specific life experiences. If, however, your feelings of sadness are persistent…