Healthy Ways of Coping with Trauma
Reading Time: 3 minutesLife-altering events that have caused extreme stress or upset can lead to trauma later in life. Trauma can make a person avoid situations that remind them of a negative event or time in their life, even if that situation seems comfortable to others. Some people might completely remove themselves from situations that could trigger a […]
Long-Term Effects of Opioids
Reading Time: 3 minutesSome people lose their loved ones to an opioid overdose every day. Opioid addiction does not always begin intentionally. Many people become dependent after undergoing medical treatment that requires care afterward. In some cases, a person might not even realize that they have become addicted. This is extremely dangerous as someone dependent will often find […]
Tips to Help You Quit Drinking
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt is normal to see people celebrating holidays, birthdays, graduations, and other special events with some alcoholic beverage. Usually, it is used for a toast or to feel more relaxed. However, the risks of drinking too much are often overlooked. Drinking too much can cause serious health risks and lead to alcohol abuse. It’s not […]
Tips to Enjoying a Sober Christmas
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe festive season is usually rife with house parties, gatherings, and events, most of which include alcohol. For those in recovery, enjoying a sober Christmas might feel like a challenge. But fun and alcohol do not always go together, and with some careful planning, you can maintain your sobriety and have a good time, too. […]
Rebuilding Relationships After Rehab
Reading Time: 3 minutesRebuilding relationships after your struggles with addiction can be a difficult process. Often your addictive behaviors affect your loved ones. Because of this, your relationships may suffer greatly. Some may not be reparable. But Insight Recovery Centers offers a family therapy program that can help you gain the tools you need to assess your behaviors […]
Addressing Addiction in the Workplace
Reading Time: 3 minutesAddiction is a complicated disease that can affect individuals differently. Some individuals may be able to function well while substance abuse grows into an addictive cycle. Others may lose their job from the repercussions of one rowdy office party. However, you can be sure that if addiction is affecting your work productivity, then the repercussions […]
Marijuana Abuse in Teens
Reading Time: 3 minutesMany state governments are choosing to legalize the use of marijuana. There are good reasons for this. But legalization won’t fix the problem of marijuana abuse. Yes, marijuana, like so many other drugs, can result in substance abuse. Marijuana abuse in teens is a challenging issue, as this drug is among the most popular for […]
Getting Help for a Functioning Alcoholic
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you have a loved one who drinks regularly, they may not believe they need help with their drinking behavior. However, there are some signs that drinking may be turning into a coping mechanism or dependence. Alcohol dependence can have far-reaching physical, emotional, and social effects. Alcoholism is an illness that can be difficult to […]
What Is Harm Reduction?
Reading Time: 3 minutesHarm reduction is a powerful tool for promoting change for those who are living with harm every day. But, it is a concept that has faced a great deal of stigma because many people connect it with needle exchange programs. However, harm reduction offers individuals suffering from many types of conditions a series of complex […]
The Benefits of Outpatient Treatment
Reading Time: 3 minutesLife can offer us many everyday challenges. This means that it may not always be possible to commit to full-time treatment. When you are struggling with addiction or an underlying mental health condition, it makes it more difficult to meet basic needs like taking care of yourself or others or working. Depending on your condition’s […]