With the increase of drugs and supplements that have become more widely available, substances such as kratom raise various questions. How addictive is kratom, and what are the side effects of regular use? What are the symptoms of withdrawing from kratom, and is detoxing from kratom dangerous? What Is Kratom? Kratom is a plant from … Read more
There is a consensus among people in the healthcare field that dual diagnosis refers to individuals with mental health disorders and a substance use disorder (SUD). Co-occurring refers to other health issues such as diseases occurring amongst SUD. Comorbidity is another term that you may run into, which simply means that someone has two disorders … Read more
Motivation Behind Getting Sober? The decision to lead a life of sobriety comes with many challenges. Everyone needs something that helps keep them on track in recovery. Faith in a Higher Power, a desire to get healthy and better yourself, or something more personal like healing family relationships, can all be powerful motivators. Achieving and … Read more
Grief and loss are sensitive topics. They do not always involve the death of a loved one. Sometimes, these powerful emotions are caused by a change in circumstances, losing relationships and peer groups, lack of stability, or witnessing tragic events. Learning to find balance and hope while struggling with grief is easier when you have … Read more
Holistic healing is an essential part of recovery for many. Focusing on internal energy levels may ensure that your mental, physical, and spiritual well being are all addressed equally using traditional and alternative techniques. Energy healing can include physical treatments, reframing how you think, and empowering your spiritual self. Most conventional Eastern medicine inherently involves … Read more
There is no denying that COVID-19 has impacted not only how people can get treated and find resources for substance use issues but also the relapse rate. The increase noticed throughout 2020 has led to several federal, state, and county changes nationwide to combat the worrying statistics. One significant factor was the confusion surrounding many … Read more
California is one of the few states with a strong focus on providing equal insurance protection for anyone needing treatment for substance use and mental health disorders. Several crucial laws have made California a leader in equal coverage, including the following legislation and government systems, which have played a significant role in the accessibility of … Read more
The whole country experienced a lot of change in 2020 with the COVID-19 pandemic. Treatment and recovery services were moved from in-person to telehealth using various virtual options. Isolation is a common relapse trigger, and unfortunately, the year has been challenging for people who have a limited support system at home. But now that 2021 … Read more
What is Trauma? The experience of trauma can vary significantly from individual to individual, especially considering the prevalence of different kinds of trauma. However, at its core, trauma results from the experience of distressing events that deliver an overload of stress that an individual is not able to cope with, creating the potential for long-term … Read more
