The benefits of group therapy are many for someone who is attempting recovery from substance use disorder at Recovery Ranch in Tennessee. Often, problems and barriers are easier to discuss in a group setting, especially if other people in the group are experiencing similar issues. A group setting, monitored by a licensed therapist, is a…
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Addiction isn’t just an individual problem. How addiction affects families is far-reaching and profound. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) found that 60% of all violence against spouse/partner involved substance abuse. But addiction doesn’t just include things like drugs and alcohol. Excessive gambling, porn, video games, food restriction — these are all forms of addiction that…
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It’s difficult to pick up a newspaper or log onto your favorite social media site today without reading about the opioid epidemic of 2019. Opioids are still an issue, even leading into the new decade, and 130 people still die every day from opioid overdose. The good news is, however, that word is out. Prescribers…
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Panic attacks may cause just as much anxiety for your doctor as they do for you. In other words, no one is exactly sure what causes some people to be prone to panic while others are immune. Consequently, because it’s a difficult disorder to understand, it can be difficult to know how to prevent a panic…
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Nearly 20% of people over 12 have substance abuse disorder (SUD). More than the simple use of an illegal substance, SUD represents a turning point where use has become excessive and dangerous. But despite the dangers of substance abuse, you may feel unable to quit using this substance, legal or not. Your body becomes more dependent on…
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DBT vs CBT, these are two essential tools a mental health professional can use to help you overcome mental health disorders, including addiction. But they each have their strengths and weaknesses. Understanding them can help you get the most out of these treatments. Here’s what you need to know. What Is DBT vs CBT? Cognitive-behavioral…
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Before discussing CBT vs. DBT, it’s good to know what each acronym describes. CBT is cognitive behavioral therapy, or a type of psychotherapy used to treat a variety of disorders, including those involving mental health and addiction. In contrast, DBT refers to dialectical behavioral therapy, a category of CBT. While both are forms of talk…
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A codependent relationship is one in which one partner relies wholly upon the other to meet all of their emotional needs. It’s also a relationship where one partner suffers from some form of addiction, and the other partner enables that condition to continue. Either way you define it, a codependent relationship is not healthy for anyone involved. Often,…
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With pushes for legalization around the country, it’s understandable that you may have begun to rethink marijuana. Should it still be classified as a dangerous drug? Should states legalize and tax? The conversation may have changed. But there’s one thorn in the side of those pushing for legalization. That’s marijuana and education. Marijuana has a…
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Many argue that marijuana is a harmless drug that does more good than harm, but much of that depends upon how a person uses the drug. Are there medicinal applications for the cannabis plant that deserve more exploration? Most definitely. Even the American Academy of Family Physicians agrees that cannabis has some potentially medicinal properties.…
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