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How Might Mental Health Awareness Month Impact My Sobriety?
Do you find yourself struggling with substance use disorder (SUD) and your mental health? Are you struggling to recover from a mental health condition while sober? Many forget or refuse to accept the connection between SUD and mental health. They struggle to...
How to Manage Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome and Bipolar Disorder During Recovery
Some individuals with substance use disorder (SUD) experience post-acute withdrawal syndrome (PAWS). The extended symptoms related to withdrawal from drugs or alcohol negatively impact a person's mental health and quality of life. Meanwhile, individuals in recovery...
Understanding Co-Occurring Disorders Common with Substance Use Disorder
Individuals with a substance use disorder (SUD) often struggle with other mental health conditions. These co-occurring disorders can make the recovery process more challenging, but it shouldn't hinder people from seeking treatment. Many of these co-occurring...
4 Ways West Coast Recovery Centers Helps Veterans Heal From Co-Occurring Disorders
Witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event increases the risk of substance use disorder (SUD). Many veterans have unaddressed trauma affecting their quality of life and mental health. Active duty personnel and retired veterans may struggle with internalized stigmas...
What Are the Advantages to Incorporating MAT in Recovery?
Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) is often used to navigate detox, manage withdrawal symptoms, and help clients through early recovery. However, some people feel odd about using medications to manage substance use disorder (SUD). Feeling weary about taking...
Optimizing Recovery Through Community Engagement
Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) takes time. People often feel more motivated to stay in treatment if they find healthy ways to engage with their local community. Relationships with sober peers also help people heal from substance abuse. According to...
How Can West Coast Recovery Centers Support Military Families?
Military service members experience unique mental health challenges. However, it's not only such service members who deal with the consequences of these challenges but also their families. Military families may also experience additional challenges, specifically in...
Exploring the Role of Genetics in Substance Abuse Recovery
Genetics impact a person's risk of developing substance abuse and influence how they react to treatment. Some individuals may also have a higher risk of relapse caused by specific genes. Additional therapeutic support and prescription medication may be necessary to...
How Does Spreading Awareness About AUD Reduce Stigmatization?
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month, and as such, there's no better time to spread awareness about alcohol use disorder (AUD). Spreading awareness of AUD can help individuals seek treatment and educate professionals on the importance of treating it....
Managing Triggers in the Age of Technology
Social media and other online sites have the potential to trigger intrusive thoughts, cravings, and symptoms related to substance use disorder (SUD). Managing triggers while scrolling online is important to reduce stress and the risk of relapse. Some individuals with...