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What is PTSD?

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is one of the most common psychological disorders in the United States, affecting approximately 1 out of every 6 Americans. PTSD can develop in people who…

Drug Addiction

What are the 17 Symptoms of PTSD?

It’s natural to experience fear and distress during and after a traumatic event, such as a car accident or sexual assault. Fear is part of the body’s “fight-or-flight” response. Individuals…

Drug Addiction

What Type of Help Might a Person with a Co-Occurring Disorder Need?

The National Survey on Drug Use and Health reports that people with substance use disorders are at higher risk for developing one or more mental health disorders. This is why…

Drug Addiction

Intervention for Drug Addiction

An addiction to drugs or alcohol is not a weakness – it’s an illness. The first step in helping a loved one who suffers from this illness is making the…

Drug Addiction

Levels of Care for Substance Abuse Treatment

A whole continuum of care means that recovery is a process, and each person is on their own journey to lifelong sobriety. Depending on the level of treatment, care might…

Drug Rehab

Types of Recovery Support Groups

Relationships and home environment can be major contributing factors in why a person turns to substances or alcohol abuse as a coping method, which may eventually turn into an addiction….

Drug Addiction

Depression and Addiction

Depression is a mental health condition that quite often co-occurs with substance abuse. The relationship between the two disorders is bi-directional, meaning that people who misuse drugs or alcohol are…

Alcoholism

What is an AA Sponsor?

Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is a peer-led fellowship that helps its members overcome alcoholism through a spiritually-based, 12-step treatment program. An AA sponsor is a senior member who has stayed sober…

Drug Rehab

Benefits Of An Alumni Recovery Program

Recovery doesn’t end after treatment ends–it’s a lifelong process. This is why many recovery facilities offer alumni programs, providing ongoing support for clients struggling with alcohol or drug addiction, to…