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Addressing Stigma: Changing Perceptions of Addiction and Recovery

Addressing Stigma: Changing Perceptions of Addiction and Recovery Addiction stigma remains a significant barrier for those seeking help, creating a culture of shame and isolation that prevents people from reaching out. Society’s lingering misconceptions about addiction, often viewing it as a moral failing rather than a health condition, add to the challenges faced by individuals […]

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Understanding the Different Levels of Care in Addiction Treatment

What are the levels of care in addiction treatment? Understanding the different levels of care in addiction treatment is essential for finding the right path to recovery. Every individual’s journey is unique, and the level of care you receive can make a significant difference in how supported you feel and how effective the treatment is. […]

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Silver Lining Playbook – Recovery Plan for Addiction

Addiction is a complex condition that affects not only individuals but also their families and loved ones. It can disrupt every aspect of life, from physical health to relationships and careers, making the journey to recovery challenging yet critical. A personalized recovery plan for addiction is essential for long-term success, as it addresses the unique […]

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Building Healthy Relationships

6 Ways to Build Healthy Relationships in Recovery

Building healthy relationships in recovery is one of the more difficult parts of your journey. You may be trying to repair damaged relationships or navigating the world of relationships without the crutch of drugs or alcohol.  You can feel like you’re relearning many things or learning skills for the first time in recovery, which often […]

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Modalities of Treatment

Modalities of Treatment in an Outpatient Setting

What exactly is the definition of a treatment modality? Treatment modalities can simply refer to the approach or form by which treatment is administered to a patient. However, let’s examine this concept deeper below! Treatment modalities for substance abuse or treatment methods are how administrative health professionals treat a patient with a substance use disorder […]

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Self Medicating

The Dangers of Self Medicating

Self Medication happens when a person uses accessible substances to treat issues, without a medical professional’s recommendation. Self-medication is often the first resort for those suffering from more significant health concerns, such as mental health issues, who are unwilling to seek professional help. Self-medication for significant health disorders may have hazards like negative drug or supplement […]

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Dual Diagnosis

Addiction and Dual Diagnosis

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, when someone has a substance use disorder, it’s very common for them to also have some other mental health diagnosis. For example, addiction to drugs or alcohol addiction tends to co-occur with anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other similar conditions. When someone has a substance use […]

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Addictive Personality

Does Having an Addictive Personality Make you an Addict?

Many people wonder if they are addicted to drugs and alcohol as a result of their “addictive personality.” To answer that, we need to first gain an understanding of what an addictive personality is.   What is an Addictive Personality? A person with an addictive personality is more likely to get addicted to anything than […]

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Being in Recovery

How to Talk to My Parents About Being “In Recovery”

Being in recovery from a substance use disorder or alcohol use disorder is something to be incredibly proud of. When you’re in recovery from addiction, you have accomplished something significant. However, you may feel nervous or worried to talk to people about it, particularly being a woman in recovery. You might not know how to […]

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Chronic Pain

Healing From Chronic Pain Without Drugs

Chronic pain is a medical condition that can last for months or years in contrast to short-term, acute pain. This type of long-term pain can affect any part of your body, significantly impacting your daily life and quality of life. Unfortunately, chronic pain is associated with anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. There are ways to […]

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