Alternative therapies for drug and alcohol addiction treatment are an effective way to help individuals who are struggling with addiction. These therapies can help individuals to explore the underlying causes of their addiction, develop coping skills, and make lifestyle changes that can lead to long–term recovery. It is important to find a therapist who is experienced in these types of therapies and who can provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore their issues and move towards recovery.
People are exploring adaptogens as a popular and natural method for relieving stress, anxiety, and withdrawal symptoms. In the form of capsules, tea bags and even mocktails, these herbs are becoming a part of a sober lifestyle. Researchers and addiction specialists...
Animal-assisted therapy, also known as pet therapy, is an increasingly popular treatment used in addiction recovery. Animal-assisted therapy can help people with addiction build self-esteem, develop better communication and social skills, and increase their...
Addiction is a complex disease; it affects your mental health, physical well-being, relationships, work, and more. For many, recovery is not simply a question of shaking off substance use – it requires an all-encompassing approach, a journey toward overall wellness....
The trend of improving mental health has been the focus of experts for a while now. While there are some widely used behavioral and psychotherapeutic interventions like CBT or DBT, there are certain lesser-known ones as well, Eye movement desensitization and...
The viral TikTok supplement, ashwagandha, is generating a lot of traffic these days for good reason, allegedly being able to remove your feelings. Yes, you read that right. Ashwagandha is an evergreen shrub, Withania Somnifera, from the nightshade family. The plant...
Addiction is as much a disease of the mind as it is one of the body. That’s why any addiction treatment program worth its salt will include both psychological healing (therapy and counseling), in addition to helping the body recover physically (detox, MAT). If...
As First Lady, Lady Bird Johnson, once said, “Art is the window to man’s soul”. This form of self-expression has been utilized since before the beginning of civilization (cave paintings, anyone?) and has played an important role in shaping cultures and influencing...
Daily life is more go-go-go than ever and everyone is looking for a boost. Some seek physical aids to keep them going, with the notion that staying awake longer will increase productivity. Others seek a cognitive boost to improve their output and performance at work...
You are what you eat and that’s more important than ever when it comes to healing the body (and mind) from the consequences of drug abuse. From oral decay to cardiac distress to liver failure, there are countless ways that drug addiction harms the body. While food...
Medical advancements have vastly improved the efficacy of drug addiction treatment; there are medications that can ease withdrawal side effects, reduce cravings, and even reverse an overdose. But the key to lasting recovery, and ultimately, sobriety, will not be found...
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