College And Recovery: How To Stay Sober
College students have the highest rates of substance abuse of any group – almost 50% of college students binge drink. Alcohol and drug abuse not only put students’ lives and health in danger, they also put the ability to study and perform well in college at risk. As a sober student, it’s important to take […]
Can Hypnotherapy Treat Eating Disorders?
The idea of using hypnotherapy to treat an eating disorder may sound strange at first. But this type of therapy has been used to successfully treat a variety of issues, including smoking, self esteem, phobias, and many others. Many people are interested in using hypnotherapy for treatment because it has no side effects, doesn’t involve […]
How Can Psychiatry Be Used To Fight Addiction?
There is an ongoing struggle between 12 step support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous, and psychiatrists when it comes to finding the most effective ways to treat alcoholism and addiction. Those who say that 12 step groups are the best approach believe that an alcoholic or addict should never use any prescribed drugs or even rely […]
Rock Stars Play for Addiction Rally in Washington
Some of music’s biggest stars performed this Sunday to help raise awareness about the dangers of addiction on the National Mall. Known as the UNITE to Face Addiction Rally, the free concert included performances by such big names as Steven Tyler, Sheryl Crow, Joe Walsh of the Eagles, John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls […]
5 Foods That are Especially Helpful in Recovery
Drugs and alcohol interfere with the way your body is supposed to operate, wreaking havoc on your health. The intense, all-encompassing cravings of addiction further makes it harder to concentrate on meeting your needs and taking care of yourself, as substance use gets in the way of eating a healthy meal. Recovery can be a […]
Managing Pain While Recovering from Addiction
Modern medicine has created unparalleled opportunities for managing pain. While recovery from certain medical procedures used to be debilitating and almost unbearable, there are now a variety of treatments and medications that can help you deal with pain and get back on your feet. However, many of these medications are derived from opioids, which can […]
The Link between Hoarding Disorder and OCD
Most people are familiar with hoarders from television programs depicting these individuals who have a tendency to obsessively collect items often to the detriment of their health and lifestyle. Hoarding disorder is a real psychological illness that can lead to many negative consequences without professional treatment. Although hoarding is still under consideration to be included […]
Painkillers And Recovery: Where to Draw The Line
One of the most talked-about issues among those in recovery is whether or not to take painkillers when you’re sober, and where to draw the line (if it’s even possible). This issue is important because there are so many kinds of painkillers out there today and prescriptions are handed out for anything from chronic migraine […]
College Students Are Less likely to Receive Advice From Doctors Regarding Alcohol and Drug Use
Reckless use of drugs and alcohol is a contributing factor behind the death, injury, and poor health of many college students. Substance abuse can also contribute to problems with mental and emotional health, lead to high-risk behaviors such as unprotected sex, and greatly diminish academic performance. A 2013 survey by the National Institute on Drug […]
How to Recognize Mental Illness in Teens
Adolescence is a period of time where children are slowly evolving into adults and they are faced with the emotional ups and downs of these years of transition. Changing hormones, social difficulties, and other pressures can make the teen years a rollercoaster ride. Teens can often deal with feelings of depression, loneliness, alienation, stress, and […]