Everyone needs help at some point in life. You may be at that point if you have a substance use disorder. If you have a substance use disorder, an addiction treatment program at a reputable rehabilitation center can help you. Signs You May Benefit from Rehab If one or more of these signs applies to you, then […]
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Embrace the spirit of independence, community, and gratitude of the Fourth of July holiday this year by creating memorable, meaningful, sober experiences. Here are some inspirational ideas to make your sober Fourth of July memorable: Host a Sober BBQ: Invite friends and family over for a sizzling barbecue for a fun way to celebrate the
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WHAT IS YOGA? Beginning in ancient India, yoga began as a philosophy for well-being, awareness, and enlightenment over 3,000 years ago. While the modern yoga most commonly practiced in the West focuses on controlled breathing while moving through a series of postures, the original Eastern yogic tradition provides guidance on six additional elements, including life
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America is dealing with a serious opioid crisis. This epidemic has taken far too many lives, but it doesn’t need to take yours, too. If you have an addiction, do not let the fear of how to tell your family stop you from getting help. Our blog lays out a five-step approach to telling your
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You may have heard the term “addictive personality” referring to someone who easily becomes addicted to something – drugs, alcohol, gambling, or even the thrill that can come with a dangerous adventure. What are the signs of an addictive personality, and what can you do if you think you might have one? What Defines an Addictive Personality?
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Having a mental illness such as depression can contribute to the development of a substance use disorder – drugs or alcohol can be a way for a person to “self-medicate” to take away the pain that the illness can cause. There are different ways to deal with depression, but it can be hard sometimes to get
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Substance use disorder (SUD) affects every individual who experiences it differently. The variations, however, are especially apparent among men and women. These contrasting patterns of SUD that often occur in men and women may be better addressed in gender-specific settings, or men-only and women-only SUD treatment programs. DIFFERENT PATTERNS OF SUD EXPERIENCED BY MEN AND
Addiction is a complicated thing, involving many components of both the body and mind. Before addiction can be overcome, it is important to determine what kind of addiction it is – physical, psychological, or both. What Is Physical Addiction? A person may be physically addicted to alcohol, illicit drugs, or even prescription drugs. Physical addiction
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The days of sitting in a stuffy office to receive help for your problems are long gone – nowadays, counselors and patients agree that adventure therapy makes a great addition to other, more traditional kinds of therapy. What Kind of Adventures Are Involved in Adventure Therapy? At Wasatch Crest, among the backdrop of all the beauty that
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The weather is finally warming up (at least a bit)! Do the first signs of spring have you anxious to get outside? Maybe not; maybe you’ve never been an outdoorsy type of person, and you’re quite happy staying on the couch. But research has shown that nature has so many benefits – read on for
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