How Long Does It Take to Become an Alcoholic?
How Long Does It Take to Become an Alcoholic? Alcohol Dependency Timeline According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, over 85% of people 18 and over have consumed at least one alcoholic beverage in their lifetime. This large number reflects the significant role alcohol plays in social settings and everyday life. Attend […]
How Do I Know if My Alcohol Use Is a Problem?
Alcohol use dates back centuries and centuries. Originally alcohol was used for medical purposes, rituals, and more. However, these days alcohol is most popularly utilized for pleasure. In today’s society, it is highly common for someone to have a drink from time to time. Whether it be socially or a post-work daily ritual, people often […]
Can You Die from Alcohol Detox? – How Dangerous Is It?
For many people struggling with alcohol use disorder, the withdrawal process looks very daunting. Detoxing from alcohol can bring with it several complexities and challenges, including the risk of suffering from significant physical symptoms. The detox process, in many cases, can be hazardous. Some people can die from alcohol detox. Undergoing detox through a certified […]
How to Prepare to Enter Treatment for My Addiction
If you’re reading this, you’re probably thinking about entering addiction treatment. Entering treatment is a huge step that can save your life and help you get on the path to a better one. Before committing to treatment, however, there are some things you need to know about how it works and what you need to […]
How Using Expressive Art Therapy Can Aid in the Recovery Process
Drug and alcohol addiction can be an isolating experience. In a world that often treats addiction as a moral failure, it’s easy to feel alone in your struggles. Fortunately, there are many forms of therapy available to help you recover from substance abuse. Expressive arts therapy is one such treatment option. You may be surprised […]
The Opioid Epidemic Among Young Adults
The opioid epidemic has affected Americans of all ages, but it’s hitting younger adults particularly hard. The prevalence of opioid abuse in young people is a complex issue, and it’s vital to understand what causes this abuse. It’s also important to understand why so many young adults are unable to get help for their addiction […]
How Does Addiction Affect the Brain? Can the Effects Be Reversed?
The National Institute on Drug Abuse estimates that about 22 million people in the United States have an addiction to alcohol or drugs, such as opioids and cocaine. Addiction is also one of the leading causes of death for Americans under the age of 50. Substance abuse is clearly a widespread problem, but what effect […]
Reducing Anxiety With Equine Therapy
While many experience equine therapy as a pleasant way to spend an afternoon at their local stable, it is also one of the most effective ways to address anxiety and depression. The gentle presence and unconditional love of an animal can have a profound effect on people’s mental health, helping them learn to identify what […]
How Trauma Therapy Can Improve Your Mental Health
Trauma therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on healing the mind, body, and spirit of victims of physical or emotional trauma. This type of therapy involves addressing the often overwhelming emotions associated with past experiences. A therapist works with the person to help them process their emotions so they can move forward in […]
Coping With a Relapse
Relapses happen. They are not the end of the world–don’t catastrophize. How you cope with relapse can determine whether you continue on your path to recovery or whether you spiral out of control. According to the Indian Journal of Psychiatry, approximately 40-80% of individuals managing an addiction will have at least one lapse within the […]
