by | Apr 16, 2024 | Mindfulness
Many people consider pets family members and form deep bonds with them. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), “Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure.” In...
by | Apr 10, 2024 | Mindfulness
Addiction treatment utilizes a number of therapy and clinical-based modalities to help clients change negative thinking patterns. These therapies also help clients get to the root cause(s) of their addiction, which often is a collective of biological factors, trauma,...
by | Apr 1, 2024 | Mindfulness
Everyone heals from substance use disorder (SUD) in their own way. Some people prefer psychotherapy or behavior modification, while others may benefit more from creative therapies. According to the Journal of Addictions Nursing, creative therapies “can be used...
by | Mar 24, 2024 | Mindfulness
Addictive behaviors often stem from unaddressed mental health issues. Individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) have a higher risk of being diagnosed with mental health disorders. According to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), “13.5 percent...
by | Mar 18, 2024 | Mindfulness
For many individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), relapse is part of the recovery journey. When relapse occurs, it can be challenging for people to handle the setback. Though many may begin feeling shame or guilt, the best way to navigate relapse is through...
by | Mar 13, 2024 | Mindfulness
Recovery is a lifelong process for people diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD). Many individuals remain in some form of treatment for months or years before they feel confident in their ability to maintain sobriety independently. In addition, most people go...
