Whether it is deciding to break open the gifted bourbon from a grateful client, sipping Aunt Sue’s holiday eggnog all evening on Christmas eve, or having more than a few cocktails at the never-ending string of holiday parties, we know
Addiction and mental illness often go hand in hand. In fact, SAMHSA estimates that 8.9 million adults with substance use disorders also have a mental health disorder. Some of the most common co-occurring disorders include alcoholism and antisocial personality disorder,
Breaking The Cycle of Intergenerational Addiction “The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” You may have heard this phrase in reference to the traits you share with other members of your family. Maybe you have your grandfather’s nose, your
Empathy sets a solid foundation for many of our relationships throughout life – whether with family, friends, or even colleagues. It also plays an essential role as you continue on the path to long-term recovery and sobriety. At its root,
Sharing Emotions Emotions can be a scary thing to experience. Feelings are not always enjoyable or easy. More often than not, being able to speak about your emotions is a difficult task. Typically, what makes it easier is having a group of people
Old School Thought Most people who have been to a treatment center are familiar with the disease model of addiction. Many interventions are based on the evidence that it is a disease. Belief that addiction is a disease is based
If you or your loved one are experiencing a substance use disorder and are looking into treatment options, you may be confused about the terms “stepping up” and “stepping down.” Addiction treatment occurs on a continuum, so stepping down in
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time for gratitude – for family, friends, health, and wellness. While we also give thanks for the green bean casserole, turkey, and stuffing, Thanksgiving is also a time for reflection and observance. It’s a holiday
Addiction is characterized by a narrowing of behavior patterns. As a particular behavior begins to dominate others, problems are likely to arise. Expanding and diversifying behavior patterns is vital to overcoming addictive problems. Identifying and participating in activities that capture
Getting The Right Diagnosis In the practice of medicine, physicians will come across patients who present with unofficial self-diagnosis at some point in their careers. Patients who have basically identified themselves as having a certain condition. Well, who knows their
