by John Sharpe | Jan 17, 2023 | Blog
Pre-addiction takes place prior to addiction, and identifying it is an opportunity to prevent addiction from happening. In order to do this for yourself or someone else, you need to know what the signs and symptoms of pre-addiction are, as well as other contributing...
by John Sharpe | Jan 14, 2023 | Blog
Trauma often informs the way that we interact with the world around us. Deep and long-lasting emotional scars can impact the way we view ourselves, each other, and the world. Understanding the role that trauma plays in each of our lives can not only allow us to better...
by John Sharpe | Jan 13, 2023 | Blog
Alcohol is a socially acceptable drug. Its consumption is shown in popular television shows and movies. Entire series of shows are often based on characters working in, frequenting, or owning bars. Even when not in bars, characters can be seen with a drink perpetually...
by John Sharpe | Jan 10, 2023 | Blog
Stress is a part of life that everyone must deal with. While it certainly isn’t pleasant, the presence of stress is often necessary in our daily lives. Stress motivates us to achieve our goals or take steps to eliminate the stressor. However, too much stress can...
by John Sharpe | Jan 9, 2023 | Blog
Mindfulness plays a significant role in addiction treatment and recovery. It aids in improving mental health and overall wellbeing. Likewise, it can be practiced through a variety of activities found in addiction recovery programs. This article will highlight how...
by John Sharpe | Jan 6, 2023 | Blog
Some people believe that family therapy has no business in the recovery process of addiction or other mental health disorders. People may say that it’s only the individual’s problem and they should be the only ones in therapy. However, studies have shown...