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Self-Care Is More Than Me Time
In recovery, we talk extensively about how guilt impacts people. One of the universal truths about addiction is that it often leads to behaviors where we treat our friends and…
12-Step Process to Practicing Forgiveness
Many people with addiction think that the most daunting part of the recovery process will be making amends. Admitting one’s own mistakes and practicing forgiveness is difficult. However, once you…
Relapse Myths and Misconceptions
Relapse is expected in recovery. It is an awful truth and one many people do not want to acknowledge. However, the very nature of addiction means that quitting is difficult,…
Strategies for Managing Your Anger
“I can’t control my temper.” Have you ever uttered that phrase? If so, you are not alone. Anger can be an overwhelming emotion. Without the right tools, you may struggle…
How to Benefit From Group Therapy Sessions
Group therapy sessions can be absolutely agonizing. Seeing any therapist can be. But a therapist in a group of people, whom you may not even know? Or worse, you may…
A Mindful Approach to New Year’s Resolutions
For whatever reason, lots of us simply choose the new year as an opportunity to resolve to do something this year that we might have wanted to do for the…
Dealing with a Dual Diagnosis
If you are suffering from a substance abuse issue, it is very possible that you have a dual diagnosis. Many people with underlying mental health disorders turn to substances in…
Help for Mental Illnesses
We have put together a list of resources for people who are struggling with mental illnesses. Crisis Resources A mental health crisis is when someone is in immediate danger of…
What Is Attachment Theory?
Have you ever heard that attachment in childhood can impact later mental health? If so, then you have heard people discuss attachment theory. While attachment theory may not explain all…
What You Need to Know About IOP
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are one of the most useful mental health innovations. They combine the type of intensive therapy that patients receive in an inpatient setting with some of…