by | Mar 18, 2024 | Mindfulness
For many individuals with substance use disorder (SUD), relapse is part of the recovery journey. When relapse occurs, it can be challenging for people to handle the setback. Though many may begin feeling shame or guilt, the best way to navigate relapse is through...
by | Mar 13, 2024 | Mindfulness
Recovery is a lifelong process for people diagnosed with substance use disorder (SUD). Many individuals remain in some form of treatment for months or years before they feel confident in their ability to maintain sobriety independently. In addition, most people go...
by | Mar 9, 2024 | Mindfulness
People recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) benefit from connecting more deeply with peers, their care team, loved ones, and their inner experience. According to Substance Abuse: Research and Treatment, “[T]o reach and maintain abstinence, it is...
by | Mar 5, 2024 | Mindfulness
Individuals recovering from substance use disorder (SUD) face many unexpected challenges and situations. Treatment programs prepare clients to engage more fully in recovery and help people gain confidence in their ability to maintain sobriety. In addition, treatment...
by | Feb 24, 2024 | Mindfulness
There are many concerns you may need to address upon entering treatment. For instance, you may need to find new work, identify a new place to live, or distance yourself from friendships that are not conducive to your newfound lifestyle. Many must also end deeply...
by | Feb 23, 2024 | Mindfulness
Intrusive cravings are a symptom of substance use disorder (SUD). Treatment programs help clients learn to identify craving triggers and manage intrusive thoughts. According to the Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, “Many studies indicate that craving...