by John Sharpe | Dec 24, 2022 | Blog
The term “future anxiety” refers to stress about the future. While having some anxiety about the future can be motivating and positive, too much of it can be problematic. Future anxiety can be linked to over-planning and the need for control. Likewise, it is a...
by John Sharpe | Dec 20, 2022 | Blog
Hobbies are a fun way to practice mindfulness in addiction recovery. In addition, they benefit addiction recovery by activating the brain’s reward circuit. Essentially, practicing hobbies gives you the opportunity to have fun while improving your wellness. If...
by John Sharpe | Dec 17, 2022 | Blog
Individual therapy offers a safe, private space to process the difficult experiences that accompany addiction. Through therapy, individuals can discover barriers to their own wellness and address concerns related to those barriers. With the support of a mental health...
by John Sharpe | Dec 13, 2022 | Blog
Crack is a highly addictive substance that comes with high physical risk. Its use has varied short and long-term effects, as well as immediate effects that hijack the brain, making the person feel like the only way to survive is to keep using it. There are several...
by John Sharpe | Dec 10, 2022 | Blog
In the United States and all over the world, LGBTQIA+ people — henceforth referred to as queer people — face unique challenges. Despite progress made in the past few decades, social and cultural customs and ideals continue to perpetuate various forms of discrimination...
by John Sharpe | Dec 6, 2022 | Blog
Treatment for mental health issues and/or substance use disorders (SUDs) can utilize a variety of different approaches. Often, a holistic approach to treatment will utilize methods that treat both the mind and the body in order to maximize the benefits of treatment....
