Millions of people with substance use disorder (SUD) have trauma-related mental health issues. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), “Violence, abuse, neglect, and family or social conflict are among the traumatic events and circumstances that are linked with the risk of developing a substance use disorder.” Additionally, SUD and related mental healthRead More
Many people who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) rely on structure and routine to manage this condition. Unfortunately, spending time away from home for a vacation may disrupt essential routines. According to an article in the journal Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, free time can pose risks to sobriety. The authors explain thatRead More
According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), only 39% of adults in the U.S. feel emotionally close to others. Historically loneliness and isolation have been associated with older adults. Typically older adults are more likely to lose contact with loved ones due to death and their adult children are preoccupied withRead More
Those who are recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) often turn to the 12-Step philosophy to find healing and motivation for personal growth. These types of groups offer peers a safe space for discussing their recovery journeys and uplifting one another. According to the journal Social Work in Public Health, “Self-help groups based on thisRead More
If you’re pursuing an education after completing treatment for substance use disorder (SUD), you may face unique challenges. According to an article In Focus: Journal of Life Long Learning in Psychiatry, “U.S. college campuses have witnessed a national increase of cannabis, stimulant, and illicit drug use among students over the past decade.” The authors continue,Read More
If you’ve been diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD), treatment is the start of recovery rather than the end of your journey. After treatment ends, you’ll need to find ways to remain motivated and focused on maintaining sobriety. Tracking your progress and celebrating milestones can provide this motivation. What’s more, a variety of healing modalitiesRead More
According to “Post-traumatic Stress Disorder” from the World Health Organization (WHO), around 70% of people globally will experience at least one traumatic event in their life. Additionally, out of that 70%, 3.9% of the world population will develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Despite the prevalence of trauma, most people will experience a traumatic event andRead More
Family services play a crucial role in trauma recovery. Group therapy, education, and communication strategies can all help families break the cycle of trauma and addiction. Family services foster a healthier and more supportive environment that can enhance healing in the long term. The Benefits of Family Services in Trauma Recovery Having a supportive familyRead More
Trauma can include a vast array of past experiences along with present-day ailments, emotions, and conditions. These situations trigger distress within the nervous system. This is why it’s important to treat trauma as a nervous system disorder instead of only as a mental illness. Having a comprehensive treatment plan that heals the effects of traumaRead More
Many people focus primarily on their addiction-related behaviors, thoughts, and feelings during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Addressing non-critical relationship issues may not feel like a high priority. It’s common to avoid dealing with relationship conflicts and tensions until after treatment. Regardless of when it happens, these issues should be addressed because relationships affectRead More