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Does My Mental Health Issue Make Me More Prone to Relapse?
Individuals in active recovery know the challenges involved in preventing relapse. Relapse is not a part of everyone’s recovery journey. Still, it is a cue that a change may be needed regarding addiction treatment to fit the person’s individualized needs in recovery when it does
6 Habits of Good Sleep Hygiene in Addiction Recovery
Content Reviewed by Jennifer Wheeler, Clinical & Community Outreach Adequate sleep is essential for our bodies and minds to function properly. Sleep is restorative, meaning it allows the body to repair itself from the depletion of energy and other vital functions that occur while we
Coping With Addiction Recovery Burnout
Addiction recovery is a life-long journey that requires persistence and commitment. Since there is no end to the trek, it may seem challenging to keep it a priority in your life now and then. You might experience difficulties maintaining your recovery routines and daily schedules,
5 Ways Drinking Alcohol Can Change Your Brain
Content Reviewed by Jennifer Wheeler, Clinical & Community Outreach Alcohol can have long-term effects on the body. Not only can it cause damage to the organs and essential systems, but alcohol can also cause long-term and even permanent changes to the brain. Here are five
Are Mental Health Issues Always the Underlying Cause of Addiction?
Mental health and substance use disorders can overlap. When you have both, this is called a co-occurring disorder. In co-occurring disorders, mental health and substance use issues present their own symptoms that often interfere with work, home life and taking care of your health. When a
What Is Bipolar Disorder and How Does It Affect Addiction?
Content Reviewed by Jennifer Wheeler, Clinical & Community Outreach There is a very definite connection between bipolar disorder and addiction. Many people with addiction are diagnosed with bipolar disorder, and many people with bipolar disorder self-medicate with substances that develop into addiction. They are difficult
Stress Awareness: What Does Stress Mean to Your Addiction?
Stress is a primary factor in the onset and management of addiction disorders. Stress from work, home life and relationships often leads to poor judgment, such as using substances to cope. It is critical to decipher whether your stress is chronic or average. What is stress? Stress
8 Benefits of Getting Outdoors in Recovery
Content Reviewed by Jennifer Wheeler, Clinical & Community Outreach Getting outside into fresh air seems like a cure-all for everything. After so much time spent indoors during a global pandemic, this has never been more true for both mental and physical health. In recovery, getting
Panic Disorder and How It Relates to Addiction
Chronic panic disorders and certain anxiety disorders induce persistent fears that interfere with work, relationships and social activities. Symptoms can be both physical and psychological, and addressing these symptoms requires a multidisciplinary approach to treatment. However, many individuals seek relief from substances to help them