TOP 10 REASONS THAT TRIGGER RELAPSE
STUDIES ON RELAPSING ON DRUGS AND/ OR ALCOHOL Unfortunately relapse rates for individuals who enter recovery from a drug or alcohol addiction are quite high. Studies reflect that about 40-60% of individuals relapse within 30 days of leaving an in-patient drug and alcohol treatment center, and up to 85% relapse within the first year. It […]
Understanding and Overcoming Adderall Addiction
Many people think that medications like adderall are solutions to many problems and increase productivity. The original purpose of Adderall was to treat (ADHD), but it has gained popularity as a cognitive enhancer and study aid. However, the boosting of productivity can quickly spiral into a full-blown addiction. In this article we will discuss Adderall […]
5 REASONS TO SEEK HELP FROM AN CERTFIED INTERVENTIONIST
What is the role of an Interventionist? A Certified Intervention Professional is a highly trained specialist who specializes in substance abuse disorders and other addictions and/or mental health conditions. A certified intervention professional (CIP) navigates educating and guiding family and friends on how to communicate with their loved ones struggling with addictions and/or mental health […]
WHAT IS SUBSTANCE ABUSE IN THE WORKPLACE
Statistics Substance Abuse in the Workplace: Substance addiction can be an all-consuming struggle that affects every aspect of an employee’s life, and it doesn’t stop when they clock in for their job. Substance abuse in the workplace is more prevalent than many employers may realize, with 23% of employees admitting to using drugs or alcohol during work […]
MAINTAINING HEALTHY CONNECTIONS IN RELATIONSHIPS
TYPES OF RELATIONSHIPS: Relationships in our lives vary from, the person that delivers your mail, family or friends, and romantic relationships. We learn at a young age to develop friendships, how to treat family members, and to coexist and treat others with respect. But it’s not until later in life that we are introduced to […]
Exploring the World of Cannabis (Marijuana/Pot/Weed)
A Brief History of Cannabis Cannabis, also known by different names such as marijuana, weed, and pot has been a hot topic in recent years . It’s time to explore (Cannabis) the various aspects of this fascinating plant, as attitudes and legislation continue to evolve. From its historical roots to its contemporary uses, from the […]
COPING WITH LONELINESS! Intervention Services
Many of us experience loneliness at some level. Most of us will experience what is known as “normal loneliness”, which is quite normal, and is typically short-term and not a hinderance to daily activities. Others face a more intense type of loneliness, which can usually be attributed to one’s surroundings, mental health or possible substance […]
THE EFFECTS OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE ON THE BRAIN
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), drugs produce their effects by changing the ways the brain’s neurons process information via neurotransmitters. These changes in brain functioning can propel the compulsive use indicative of a substance use disorder, but they can also impact the brain in ways that create other lasting issues such […]
FIVE LONG-TERM AFFECTS OF TRAUMA
The numbers surrounding trauma, which includes physical and emotional trauma, are extraordinarily high in the United States — more than 223 million people have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. Diving even deeper, 90% of those who struggle with a mental health issue report experiencing trauma. Whether or not you develop PTSD, the fact is […]
HOW EATING HEALTHY CONTRIBUTES TO YOUR MENTAL HEALTH!
Healthy eating is often associated with looking and feeling good. But healthy eating serves other important purposes such as, mental health. There are many foods that nourish our mental health and keep us balanced, as well as, foods that deter mental illness, and that remedy mental health symptoms. Eating healthy will allow us to think […]