Brain Function can Recover after a Year of Abstinence from MethamphetamineAddiction Treatment, Drug Addiction Info, Mental Health, MethBy Promises AustinFebruary 2, 2020A new study shows that it takes at least one year for brain functions to improve in methamphetamine users. It supports the idea that brain function can recover after a year of abstinence from methamphetamine. These findings should help recovering abusers and their families understand that it can take an extended period of time for… Details
Risk Factors for AddictionAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinFebruary 1, 2020Addiction is a dangerous and chronic disease that can damage your relationships, physical and mental health, and overall quality of life. All psychoactive substances, including prescription medications and legal substances, have the potential to cause addiction. Like other diseases, addiction becomes progressively worse over time. Unfortunately, addiction doesn’t have a specific known cause, although there… Details
Depressed or Anxious? Tips to Help You Deal with Depression and AnxietyAnxiety, Mental Health, Personal ResourcesBy Promises AustinFebruary 1, 2020According to Mental Health America, depression affects more than 19 million Americans per year. Depression often co-exists with other conditions such as anxiety. Clearly, depression and anxiety are widespread problems in this country, and anyone who suffers from the conditions understands why. Persons suffering from depression and anxiety are often prescribed medications in conjunction with… Details
Difference Between CBT and DBTAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinJanuary 26, 2020Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) are both effective in treating both mental disorders and drug or alcohol addiction. These evidence-based methods include both individual and group therapy led by a licensed treatment specialist. However, there are some differences between CBT and DBT. Ultimately, Dialectical behavioral therapy is a form of cognitive-behavioral therapy.… Details
Pets: Natural Stress RelieversFamily Resources, Mental Health, Personal ResourcesBy Promises AustinJanuary 24, 2020Stress is a major trigger for alcohol and drug abuse, especially among recovering addicts. Even non-dependent drinkers often look to alcohol as a way to “decompress” or “take the edge off,” which ends up leading to even more stress. So finding healthy, positive ways to relieve stress will decrease your chances for relapse as well… Details
Signs of an AlcoholicAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinJanuary 23, 2020Sometimes we are not the best judge of our own behavior or condition. Such is the case when it comes to gauging our relationship with alcohol. Going on a weekend bender once or twice a year does not necessarily make you an alcoholic. Going on a bender every weekend and sipping a few throughout the… Details
Avoiding Boredom Can Help You Beat AddictionMental Health, Personal Resources, Staying SoberBy Promises AustinJanuary 23, 2020What do you do when you’re bored? Most people reach for a book or the remote control or rustle through the cupboards to find a snack, but many people turn to drug and alcohol use to bide the time. When life seems dull and monotonous, drug addicts and alcoholics often start thinking about getting high… Details
Avoid Situations Likely to Trigger Alcohol or Drug UseAddiction Treatment, Alcohol Abuse, Mental Health, Staying SoberBy Promises AustinJanuary 22, 2020Making the choice to avoid situations likely to lead you into trouble with alcohol or drug abuse is an excellent one. But it is also easier said than done. What can you really do to keep away from people and places that are filled with temptations and opportunity to fall back into your old ways?… Details
Signs Mom Is DrinkingAlcohol Abuse, Family Resources, Mental HealthBy Promises AustinJanuary 21, 2020According to the National Institutes of Health, more than one in five women has more than three drinks every time she consumes alcohol. Although women are less likely to drink than men, their lower weight and reduced water content means that they’ll start experiencing problems related to their drinking much sooner. If you suspect that… Details
Benefits of a Family ProgramAddiction TreatmentBy Promises AustinJanuary 20, 2020When addiction occurs in the family, it creates a wide range of problems and conflicts which no one in the home is equipped to handle. Eventually, issues arise that far exceed substance abuse. For instance, neglect, abuse, financial problems, stress, and emotional turmoil take their toll as the family unit disintegrates. For this reason, there… Details
