Practicing Mindfulness for Long-Term Recovery from Addiction Have you ever driven your car somewhere and, upon arriving, you realize you don’t remember part of the trip? Have you ever snacked on popcorn at a movie theater and were surprised when you reached the bottom of the carton? Living our fast-paced lives, many of us spend […]
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If you’re wondering how you can help an addict, this post is for you. Is someone you care about struggling with alcohol or drug abuse? At some point in our lives, all of us are touched by addiction, even if we aren’t the one struggling. Addiction touches partners, children, extended family, friends, coworkers, and the
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Summer in Utah is all about the outdoors. Fresh air, scenic views, and natures wonders provide an ideal environment to have fun and adventure while maintaining your sobriety. For years, researchers have claimed the positive effects of nature on wellness. Two recent studies (Thompson, et al., Beyer et al.)Â found being outdoors lowered stress levels
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It’s no surprise that the experiential therapy and rehab model can provide a basic framework for living a fuller, more satisfying life. Whether you are recovering from an addiction, feeling a little blue, or just wanting to expand your set of self-care tools, these 6 tips can help you optimize your mental health and wellness
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We are proud to announce that Wasatch Crest Addiction Treatment Center has been awarded the prestigious seal of accreditation from The Joint Commission Organization. Accreditation from The Joint Commission reflects an organization’s commitment to excellence in health care practices. This certification is the result of Wasatch Crest’s dedication to performing at the highest levels in
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How to Identify the Signs and Symptoms of Prescription Drug Abuse Prescription drug abuse is an endemic across the United States and numerous European countries, as the amount of individuals seeking prescription drug addiction treatment continues to rise. In the U.S., prescription drug abuse leaders include stimulants, sedatives, tranquilizers, and opioids. The number of
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Inpatient Drug Rehab or Outpatient Drug Rehab? How to Transition from Addiction to Sobriety Drug addiction is a complex disease involving a variety of behavioral, environmental, and genetic factors. It affects multiple pathways in the brain, especially those dealing with reward and motivation. The main sign of drug addiction is a powerful craving for a
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Why Recognizing the Signs and Symptoms of Heroin Abuse is More Important Than You Think Heroin is a synthesized opioid pain reliever derived from the Asian opium poppy plant. Addiction to heroin is a persistent, relapsing disease distinguished by alterations in the brain and uncontrollable drug-seeking behaviors regardless of adverse and life-threatening outcomes. Because it
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Five Things to Do When You Get Out of Drug Rehab Once you’ve completed treatment and rehab for drug or alcohol addiction, the transition back to real life can be very difficult if you aren’t prepared. While drug addiction centers give you as much training and education about dealing with your triggers as possible, it’s
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You Don’t Have to Face Addiction Alone When you deal with an alcohol or drug addiction and are working to overcome your bad habits and live a successful life, it’s important that you have a support network to surround you. Once you have completed your treatment program and are ready to move on with
