by | Jun 10, 2024 | Mindfulness
Many individuals take on new endeavors when improving mental health and reinventing themselves. They do this by eating healthier, exercising more, and prioritizing more quality sleep. However, there are other simple things people can do daily to make significant...
by | May 25, 2024 | Mindfulness
In recovery, people adopt all sorts of healthier lifestyle habits to help themselves stay sober. That may include regularly attending therapy and support groups, practicing mindfulness, and exercising. These healthy habits are necessary for staying sober because...
by | May 13, 2024 | Mindfulness
Many people experiencing substance use disorder (SUD) benefit from attending support group meetings. Multiple types of self-help meetings exist for addiction recovery, each with its own principles and philosophy. Refuge Recovery is a popular support group, offering...
by | Apr 16, 2024 | Mindfulness
Many people consider pets family members and form deep bonds with them. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), “Interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related hormone) and lower blood pressure.” In...
by | Apr 10, 2024 | Mindfulness
Addiction treatment utilizes a number of therapy and clinical-based modalities to help clients change negative thinking patterns. These therapies also help clients get to the root cause(s) of their addiction, which often is a collective of biological factors, trauma,...
by | Apr 1, 2024 | Mindfulness
Everyone heals from substance use disorder (SUD) in their own way. Some people prefer psychotherapy or behavior modification, while others may benefit more from creative therapies. According to the Journal of Addictions Nursing, creative therapies “can be used...
