by | Jul 5, 2024 | Family Therapy
Teen addiction is a growing concern in America. Teenagers and young adults have an increased risk of abusing drugs, alcohol, or prescription medications. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), in 2021, “753,000 adolescents ages 12...
by | Jun 16, 2024 | Family Therapy
Recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) requires people to make profound changes to their thoughts and behaviors. Often, making positive lifestyle changes involves addressing codependent, enabling, or maladaptive relationships. Studies have shown that if...
by | Jun 5, 2024 | Family Therapy
People of all ages and backgrounds experience substance use disorder (SUD). However, older adults often face unique challenges during recovery. Discussing the diagnosis and treatment of SUD with adult children is frequently a difficult task for older adults who may...
by | May 5, 2024 | Family Therapy
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...
by | Apr 12, 2024 | Family Therapy
People often have a skewed perspective on their actions, thoughts, feelings, and beliefs while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Substance abuse can change how people interact with and understand the world around them. Thus, recovering from substance use...
by | Jan 14, 2024 | Family Therapy
Many families struggle to overcome the challenges and emotional distress caused by substance use disorder (SUD). According to Family Process, “Family therapy has helped repair relational ruptures and restore stability within families for decades.” West...