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Self-Harm and Addiction: Overcoming Self-Destructive Behaviors

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WHAT IS SELF-HARM? Self-harm occurs when a person purposely hurts themself, many times as a desperate attempt to seek relief from emotional pain. By definition, self-harm is non-fatal, but the behavior is closely linked to suicidal ideation and actions, so any self-injurious behaviors should be taken seriously and attended to by mental health professionals.  While […]

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Four Ways Adventure-Based Experiential Therapy Helps Build Self-Esteem 

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A healthy sense of self-esteem is necessary for embracing addiction recovery. Often, individuals who struggle with addiction also struggle with a low sense of self-esteem, which can cause feelings of worthlessness. Led by master’s level therapists, adventure-based experiential therapy can help boost self-esteem so that individuals feel both capable and deserving of a fulfilling life

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Addiction in Families

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Addiction has a tendency to run in families. In this presentation, Wasatch Crest Executive Director, Rich McDonald, CMHC explored the implications of what it means to have a family history of addiction. The presentation covers: Why addiction can run in families (genetic and environmental factors) The implications of a family history of addiction Addressing and

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Warm Up Your Winter With Acts of Kindness This Holiday Season

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The dreary weather of winter and the hecticness of the holiday season can be difficult for anyone, especially individuals in active addiction and early recovery. By practicing kindness, you can find a sense of meaning and purpose while also bringing joy to the people around you, who may also be struggling this holiday season. Shift

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Stress and Addiction

The Dangerous Relationship Between Stress and Addiction

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Stress and addiction are intricately intertwined. Often, individuals engage in substance abuse as a means of coping with stress, which ends up creating more stress in their lives.  Here are four ways stress and addiction are related: 1 – Stress makes the brain vulnerable to addiction. Individuals with more stress in their lives may face

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Five Reasons You Should Attend Addiction Treatment This Holiday Season

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Instead of struggling through the holidays while facing addiction, consider embracing recovery. Here’s why you should attend addiction treatment this holiday season: 1 – Relax during the holiday rush. The pressure to buy gifts, attend events, and ensure the holidays are enjoyable can be stressful for anyone, especially if you’re struggling with addiction — and

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The Brain and Addiction: Treating Addiction as a Psychological Illness

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Want to learn more about how the brain and addiction influence each other? In this video, Wasatch Crest’s Clinical Director, Rich McDonald, CMHC, discusses treating addiction as a psychological illness. He covers: Addiction as a psychological illness How addiction changes the brain Environmental and genetic risk factors for addiction Combatting the perception of addiction as

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