Importance of Animal Therapy in Addictions Treatment

Importance of Animal Therapy in Addictions Treatment

Trained dogs or other animals have been used in animal-assisted therapeutic settings for some time. The aim is to help human beings with specific health conditions. Current evidence suggests people with cancer, serious life threatening conditions or even posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) benefit from the use of animals in a structured therapeutic environment. Animals help Read More…

Mindfulness Therapy for Addiction

Mindfulness Therapy for Addiction

Awareness, or mindfulness, is a great practice to begin in addiction treatment. Mindfulness helps a person pay attention to things like cravings which focuses on thoughts, emotions and bodily awareness. Many aspects of addiction and recovery can be supported by mindfulness therapy. Read on to find out more about the benefits of mindfulness meditation in Read More…