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 […]
Almost half of the American adult population uses prescription drugs, and almost six percent of Americans misuse prescription drugs. When abused, prescription drugs can disrupt one’s ability to carry out daily activities and enjoy a fulfilling life. Additionally, the abuse of prescription drugs can have dangerous and fatal consequences. WHAT IS PRESCRIPTION DRUG ABUSE? Intending
The Dangers of Spring Break Binge Drinking With the season of spring break upon us, it can be beneficial to reflect on what it means to abuse substances, especially as it relates to alcohol, a drug that society largely regards with ambivalence. Although harmful to mental and physical health, binge drinking is a behavior that
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Wasatch Crest’s Head Chef, Mirza Miljkovich, prepared corned beef and cabbage for our clients this St. Patrick’s Day. You can watch Mirza’s video tutorial for his corned beef and cabbage meal here. The complete recipe is below. Good luck! Ingredients 4-pound uncooked brisket, pre-brined for corned beef ¼ cup of brown sugar Corned beef spice
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Celebrating The Women of Wasatch Crest Meet some of the amazing women of Wasatch Crest and find out what drives their passion for recovery. Meet Wasatch Crest’s Primary Counselor, Kaydawn Mecham, SUDC Meet Wasatch Crest’s Lead Medical Technician and Recovery Advocate, Lauren Colvin
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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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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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Whether you’re a risk-taker, creative spirit, or a bookworm — you have traits that make you different than others. Sometimes, these traits may stand out in ways that don’t exactly conform. Because of this, many individuals cover up the elements of their personalities that make them unique in an attempt to fit in. Hiding one’s
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The coming of a new year brings an opportunity to review, update, and change your health insurance coverage. As set forth by the Affordable Care Act, substance abuse treatment is an essential health benefit, which means benefits packages must include comparable coverage of substance abuse treatment. Â Tips for Health Insurance Shoppers Don’t Overlook Your
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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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