In comparison with regular people who have no history of military service, a veteran is at higher risk of experiencing problems with alcohol. A 2015 study published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs found that personalized interventions for veterans suffering from alcohol abuse can considerably increase the likelihood of them being successful Read More…
First Responders are put in stressful positions every day. The nature of their work involves dealing with life and death situations and being responsible for people. This kind of responsibility brings its own risks. First Responders are very likely to experience trauma which can go unresolved over time. To deal with it they may seek Read More…
It is widely accepted that the majority of addiction starts when an individual is in their teens or early twenties. It can start with experimentation and lead to a lasting habit in adulthood. Statistics from the National Institute on Drug Abuse show that at least 70% of teens have consumed alcohol by high school and Read More…
The nature of addiction is a complex one. There is some thought that it should be considered as a learning disorder, and therefore treated as such. The tough sentences and harsh consequences doled out by courts is not having the desired effect. And society as a whole is failing to learn the lesson that an Read More…
Dance and movement therapy can be effective forms of therapy in recovery. The foundation of dance is finding movement in the body by locating the inner impulse or movement which brings a person to life. Learn more about how dance can bring success in recovery. Movement Therapy and Addiction Dance has psychotherapeutic benefits for a Read More…
Military veterans continue to suffer from increased levels of post traumatic shock, combat exposure, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injury (TBI) at high levels. Substance abuse is also a concern among military veterans who may turn to prescription, illegal or other drug use to deal with combat wounds and mental illness. Learn more Read More…
Giving up addiction is challenging when people suddenly have lots of free time. One productive way to solve the issue of too much free time is to learn martial arts. Good for mind and body, the martial arts encourage mental cultivation and aid in a healthy recovery. Choosing a Martial Art Many martial arts exist Read More…
Physical dependence and addiction are two different sides of the same coin. It is difficult to discern the difference for some people, especially regarding pain medication. With pain pills, the need to increase dosages for pain relief can indicate either addiction or dependence. Review the basic criteria for each to better identify dependence versus addiction. Read More…
Stimulants may be legal (prescription) or illegal substances which kick in a person’s central nervous system and boost cognitive function. An individual may snort, inject or orally ingest stimulants. A stimulant drug has highly addictive properties which requires some amount of support and treatment to define the problem and find a solution. Stimulants Cocaine, crack Read More…
Failure does not feel like an option in recovery, but many people will relapse within the first few days of quitting. Repeated attempts may be needed to finally break free of the addictive cycle. An individual who understands the reasons behind failure in recovery and focus on overcoming them, may end up sober without repeated Read More…
