Understanding Revolving Door Syndrome in Addiction and Mental Health
Previous addiction programs have you or a loved one returning to rehab. Avoid the revolving door syndrome with a personalized and structured treatment.
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,...
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...
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. Silver Lining offers many levels of care – let’s examine this concept deeper below! Treatment modalities for substance abuse or treatment methods are how administrative...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Can You Get Hooked on Weight Loss Pills?
Weight loss pills are a broad category of substances. Sometimes, the term refers to over-the-counter medications and supplements you might use to help you lose weight or reduce your appetite. There are also prescription weight loss drugs available. When possible, it’s best to focus on reducing weight gain and losing...