What To Expect During an Intervention
The complexity of mental illness can be more challenging at an intervention, it is incredibly important the intervention process is handled by a trained professional with an addiction or mental health background or both, depending on the case. It can be difficult to identify these disorders because many mental health conditions present with overlapping symptoms […]
Breaking The Social Stigma of Mental Health
Too often, sufferers of mental illnesses don’t seek help because of a fear of being labeled as “crazy”. The perpetual negative stigma surrounding mental illness presents a significant barrier that prevents people from obtaining the proper treatment for mental illness. This social stigma leads to feelings of shame and denial, exacerbating the problem rather than […]
Mental Health Interventions
Mental health problems are much more common than people realize. Mental health issues can affect everyone, from young children to the elderly. It is often marked by distress and/or problems functioning in social, work or family activities. This may present as waning performance at work, worsening communication with others, difficulty paying attention in school, or […]
Healthy Boundaries?
What are boundaries and why do we need them? Boundaries are just as defined for mathematics, they are limits. However, in recovery they are emotional, spiritual, mental and physical limits. Boundaries are intended to work in a positive way to help the person define what they want and ensure they are keeping themselves safe. I […]
Addiction and Mental Health Interventions
CanAm Interventions was established to provide something rare in the world of addiction intervention. Founded by Patricia Pike, CanAm Interventions has become the lifesaving conduit between the addiction epidemic and a long -term solution. By effectively empowering addicts and their families with the necessary tools, CanAm Interventions is able to not only help each individual […]
Preventing Relapse
A significant factor in the vicious cycle of addiction is relapse. Like depression or PTSD, addiction is a co-occurring disorder that can be triggered by the smallest thing and can easily spiral out of control after months of hard work. So, the main aim of aftercare is to prevent relapse: that is, staying sober. • […]
What is Home Detox?
Detoxification when applied to addiction is defined as the natural process that occurs in the body as it attempts to rid the system of waste products and toxins from excessive, long-term alcohol consumption or drug use. In a treatment setting, detox is usually accompanied by medication, and followed by therapy. The aim of detoxification is […]
Families & Substance Use Disorders
Substance Use Disorders can affect the family. Substance abuse can wreak havoc on a family in many ways, whether it be lack of trust, poor communication, dishonesty, worry and much more. When there is a loved one who is during their addiction, the whole family tends to suffer. However, when the identified patient seeks help […]
Healing through Gratitude
Gratitude Too often people fixate on what is wrong in their life and all the things that irritate them. This contributes to stress, anger and agitation that doesn’t lead to good choices or help good relationships Concentrating on what is good in one’s life can help center the focus on what is truly meaningful. Gratitude […]
Finding Healthy Coping Skills in Recovery
Often, after one has been abusing substances for a while, they lose sight of the healthy things that previously brought them joy. Finding hobbies is necessary to avoid idle thoughts. Revisiting things that have in the past brought pleasure are good ways to pass the time, especially for those new in recovery or at risk […]