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How Nature Can Enhance Addiction Treatment: Exploring the Great Outdoors in Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Recreation / June 23, 2022

The mental health benefits of spending time in nature are abundant. Green spaces and outdoor places have been shown to improve one’s entire perspective, including boosting cognitive abilities, diminishing stress, promoting a more positive mood, increasing a sense of empathy, and reducing the risk of struggling with mental health conditions. Nature can be incorporated into […]

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Men and Addiction: Differences, Contributing Factors, Effects, and Recovery

Addiction Treatment / June 17, 2022

Due to biological, societal, and environmental factors, men struggle with addiction at increased rates, with almost 12% of men versus 6.4% of women experiencing a substance abuse disorder (SUD). Below, explore some of the differences between men and women in their use of specific substances. Alcohol: Men abuse alcohol at higher rates, with 20% of

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Sleep and Addiction Recovery: Why Quality Sleep is Integral to Holistic Healing

Recovery / May 31, 2022

As crucial to well-being as diet and exercise, sleep is also integral to addiction recovery. Sleep allows the body to heal from substance abuse, while also providing the clarity and energy necessary for resiliency. THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SLEEP AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE Those who struggle to sleep may be at an increased risk for substance abuse.

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Maintaining Mental Health in Recovery: Self-Care Practices to Nourish Your Mental Well-Being

Recovery / May 20, 2022

Depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns have been linked to substance abuse. When individuals’ mental health deteriorates, they may be more at risk for substance use as a way to self-medicate their symptoms. For individuals in recovery, caring for mental health is vital to sobriety. Self-care, the act of embracing enjoyable experiences to promote

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Overcoming Substance Use Disorders and Common Co-Occurring Mental Health Conditions

Mental Health / May 12, 2022

Often, individuals experience substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental illness simultaneously. Almost half of the individuals with either mental illness or substance abuse also have the other. Some of the most prevalent mental health conditions that co-occur with SUDs include anxiety disorders such as panic disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and mood disorders such

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Maternal Substance Abuse: The Dangers of Parental Addiction and Empowering Mothers to Embrace Recovery

Addiction Treatment / May 3, 2022

Many women struggle with substance and alcohol abuse with 8.4 million having misused prescription drugs, 19.5 million having used illicit drugs, and 4% struggling with alcohol use disorder. Of women struggling with substance abuse, many are mothers. About 1 in 8 children live in households with at least one parent with a substance use disorder

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Prescription Drug Abuse: The Dangers of Prescription Opioid, Stimulant, and Depressant Abuse

Addiction Treatment / April 30, 2022

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

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Move More: How Physical Activity Can Strengthen Addiction Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Recovery / April 22, 2022

Research shows that for those in recovery from substance use disorder (SUD), physical exercise increases abstinence rates, eases withdrawal symptoms, and reduces anxiety and depression. In other words, by participating in enjoyable movement activities, you can improve your mental and physical health while furthering your recovery. You may even discover your new favorite pastime. WAYS

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Discovering Recovery From Sexual Assault and Substance Abuse

Addiction Treatment / April 13, 2022

A TWO-WAY RELATIONSHIP Sexual assault is strongly associated with substance abuse. In a study involving substance abuse detoxification patients, 72% of the individuals reported experiencing past physical or sexual abuse. A two-way relationship exists between sexual assault and substance abuse, with each heightening the risk of experiencing the other. The intoxicating effects of drugs and

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Endurance Exercise and Addiction Recovery

Addiction Treatment, Miscellaneous, Recreation / April 1, 2022

Endurance exercise allows individuals to challenge themselves, embrace new experiences, and connect with others. In this presentation, discover the power of endurance, adventure, and community-based fitness in addiction recovery as well as how movement, exercise, and athleticism can foster healing and overall well-being. Featured Panelists: Executive Director of Wasatch Crest Rich McDonald CMHC Co-Founders of

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