Signs of Repressed Childhood Trauma in Adults
22Apr
08Apr
Psychotherapy for Addiction
Why Psychotherapy Matters
When it comes to substance use disorders, you need cutting-edge treatments that are proven to work. Medical detox is a great first step, but you will need more than that if you intend to maintain your sobriety long-term. This is why many people turn to robust psychotherapy for...
28Mar
Long Term Effects of Bulimia
What This Eating Disorder Can Do to Your Health Long-Term
Eating disorders are insidious and many people have a hard time putting their finger on the exact moment that they began. Bulimia nervosa is characterized by binging and purging behaviors, but self-induced vomiting can lead to long-term consequences for your health....
14Mar
Eating Disorder Test
Getting Answers About Mental Health and Eating Habits
You may be asking yourself, “Do I really need to take a test for an eating disorder”? The answer may well be yes – if you think you might have an eating disorder or are experiencing any of the symptoms associated with one,...
31Jan
How to Sign Up for Medicaid in New Mexico
Getting the Insurance Coverage You Need for Rehab
Paying for the resources you need to support substance use issues can be costly, especially if you lack health coverage. The good news is that you may have options, particularly if you are a low-income adult or meet other criteria with the Human...
11Jan
Relapse Prevention Plan
Planning to Prevent a Return to Substance Abuse
A relapse is not the result of a single incident. A person in recovery goes through a continuous process that is characterized by major warning indicators. These red flags can lead someone back to drug or alcohol abuse. To avoid relapse and maintain...
15Dec
How Long Does Alcohol Stay in Your System?
Factors that Affect How Long Alcohol Stays in Your System
How long can you expect to be under the influence of alcohol? Understanding when you are impaired or intoxicated can be challenging, even if you don't have an alcohol problem. You need to know when your body is free and clear...
20Nov
Substance Abuse and Social Isolation
How Substance Use Can Lead to Loneliness
Are you tired of feeling lonely as a result of your drug or alcohol use? Unfortunately, substance abuse and social isolation go hand-in-hand. In turn, this can spur more negative feelings. Both can lead to a lack of a support system that could otherwise prevent...
20Oct
Am I an Alcoholic Quiz
Excessive Alcohol Use is Harmful to Your Health
According to the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, approximately 95,000 people die from alcohol-related causes annually in the United States. About 14 million American adults over 18 years are diagnosed with alcohol use disorder (AUD) every year, based...
23Sep
