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Creating a Blueprint for Sobriety
Everyone has different goals during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). According to the Journal of Psychoactive Drugs, "Recovery from addiction, a chronic, relapse-prone disorder, is a lifelong dynamic process . . . What little is known about the natural...
What Is a Sober Companion and Can It Benefit My Recovery?
There are many professions within the addiction recovery space. This includes counselors and therapists, social workers, and additional medical or clinical professionals. Many professions are particularly active during treatment, but what about after treatment?...
Navigating Addiction Recovery at Work
Most people participating in treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) have families to support and limited time away from work. Returning to the workplace after treatment or during outpatient care comes with various challenges. Many workplaces have developed support...
What Is the Connection Between SUD and PTSD?
Many who develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) use substances to cope with their symptoms. Unfortunately, this often leads to the development of substance use disorder (SUD) and requires treatment for both conditions. As is, addiction treatment is most...
Overcoming Addiction With Creative Therapies
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 to...
Are Peer Support Groups Effective in Continuing Care?
Addiction recovery comes with a lot of moving parts. Staying sober requires a consistent routine, a relapse prevention plan, and adhering to matriculated continued treatment. Another critical component to a successful recovery is peer support groups. Individuals can...
3 Ways to Nurture Positive Mental Health for Long-Term Sobriety
Many people with substance use disorder (SUD) have dual diagnosis or multiple co-occurring mental health disorders. Treatment programs help clients improve their mental health and achieve emotional stability. According to Alcohol Health and Research World, some...
How Can I Find Hope in Recovery After Years of Addiction?
Some people struggle with addiction for years and experience multiple rounds of treatment before finally discovering a way to heal and move forward with their lives. Therefore, finding hope in that cycle can be challenging. Finding hope in recovery can be troubling...
The Role of Mental Health in Overcoming Addiction
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 of...
What Forms of Record-Keeping Can Motivate Long-Term Recovery?
Staying motivated is not always easy, both in general and especially in recovery. Keeping precise records can help. Specifically, maintaining records of symptoms, goals, and achievements during long-term recovery may help you stay motivated. The question is, what...