For many, coping with stress or emotional issues can often feel a bit overwhelming and many people turn to escapism to deal with the difficult emotions that they’re experiencing but prefer to avoid. Escapism type behaviors can seem harmless at first but often develop into unhealthy routine patterns over time. These behaviors may lead to…
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Alcohol is widely consumed throughout the world and is the most commonly abused substance. Despite being legal and socially accepted, it can also have serious consequences on a person’s physical, mental, and social health. Understanding alcohol use disorder and the effects of alcohol consumption is critical to recognize when alcohol use turns from casual to…
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Achieving sobriety after addiction treatment is an ongoing process. Long-term recovery often requires understanding and managing thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that are tied to addiction. Tools such as meditation and mindfulness often help reduce stress, improve emotional awareness, and provide healthier ways to cope with various cravings. These practices can help individuals to avoid relapse…
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Completing any program for substance addiction treatment is a huge step in your recovery journey. However, as we may all know – recovery doesn’t stop once you are out of rehab. Life after rehab involves many new challenges, but also opens the door to growth and a renewed sense of purpose. Long-term sobriety often requires…
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Drug abuse recovery involves various treatment methods, each with its own benefits and challenges. One effective method is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), which combines medication with counseling and behavioral therapies. Learning more about this process may help you decide if medication-assisted treatment is the right choice for your addiction recovery. What is Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT)? The…
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