June is not only the month to appreciate men who are fathers; June is also Men’s Health Month. It is the perfect time to encourage men to take care of their physical and mental health, including addressing alcohol or substance use disorders or any other addictions that negatively affect a man’s quality of life. Promises …
Alcohol has both physiological and psychological effects. One of the things that can help greatly with dealing with long-term psychological effects is an EMDR therapy program. The physiological effects of alcohol often require a medical doctor if they continue for too long. The physiological effects of alcohol fall into both short-term and long-term categories. Just a …
At The Ranch rehabilitation center in Tennessee, equine therapy is a way to experience change in a hands-on way by challenging people to look at themselves and the world in a new way. People who have struggled to make progress or achieve their treatment goals have made significant breakthroughs with the aid of equine therapy.
Advances in addiction treatment have led to the implementation of various holistic therapies. Research has shown that complementary therapies such as yoga, music, art, and equine therapy for addiction recovery improve client outcomes. While you may simply think of horseback riding as an enjoyable activity, horses help addiction recovery in ways that may surprise you. …
A day at the racetracks or a night out at the casino can be a fun way to spend time with your partner or group of friends. These occasional outings are harmless for most people, and even if they lose, they restrict themselves to a specific budget. However, some people develop an addiction to gambling …
Depending on where you are in recovery, whether you are just now beginning your sobriety journey or have been in recovery for some time, one thing is constant: you need people you can trust. Finding allies in recovery can be a challenge. It can be difficult to find others who understand what you’re going through …
Does social media help recovery? Technology can be a double-edged sword. Some studies report the hazards of technology and cell phone use while others say social media makes people feel better. With recovery-oriented social media and addiction recovery apps growing, our team spoke to David Sack, MD, who is board-certified in psychiatry, addiction psychiatry, and …
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With April being National Alcohol Awareness Month, it is time to bring attention to alcohol addiction and what can be done to help those who are struggling. Since alcohol is legal, consumed in many social settings, and can be relatively harmless when used in moderation, it may be a bit challenging to determine if alcohol …
Everyone experiences stress from time to time. Stress can prompt you to take action to prevent something negative from happening, which is a valuable function. However, stress can also overwhelm you and leave you feeling tired, wired, and stuck in a rut. April is Stress Awareness Month, the perfect time to look at how stress …
Addiction is a uniquely challenging disease to overcome. It affects us not only physically but also mentally, emotionally and spiritually. By this, we mean that the disease that drives our physical need for the substance also fuels our emotional drive to avoid overwhelming feelings and whispers lies that run through our minds on repeat. The …