by John Sharpe | Aug 13, 2022 | Blog
Active members of the military, veterans, and their families are more likely to experience issues related to mental health and substance use disorder (SUD). The most common substances misused by men and women with a history of military service include alcohol and...
by John Sharpe | Aug 10, 2022 | Blog
Ketamine is a strong sedative that causes a person to disconnect from themself and their environment. Some seek out this unique experience for the sensory distortion and escape from a stressful reality. There are many harms of ketamine abuse, including dependency and...
by John Sharpe | Aug 6, 2022 | Blog
Giving up drugs and alcohol can feel akin to losing a way of life. Clients in addiction recovery often go through a grieving process that can be challenging to work through. Family members may also face severe stress and anxiety in having to reorient household...
by John Sharpe | Aug 2, 2022 | Blog
Stress is a short-term response to an external threat. Anxiety disorders are long-term and are in response to an unidentifiable trigger. These conditions are closely related and can show up with similar symptoms. Applying healthy coping techniques can help you improve...
by John Sharpe | Jul 29, 2022 | Blog
Although positivity is often seen as a trait worth developing, toxic positivity is not authentic. Individuals in outpatient programs may be faking their commitment to their treatment plan and progress. This can have negative outcomes for the individual’s...
by John Sharpe | Jul 28, 2022 | Blog
Practicing gratitude in recovery has become a common topic when it comes to recovery. Even though it seems like something you should do, it is not always the first thing you may want to spend your free time doing. It can also be difficult to know how to express and...
