Many people who suffer from addiction also experience mental illnesses at the same time. For example, anxiety and depression are very common among those considering treatment for addiction. When a dual diagnosis exists, it is important that all conditions are addressed. The following material will discuss the benefits that can come about from meditation therapy…
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Neurofeedback is becoming more common in addiction treatment. It’s an outcropping of biofeedback. How does it work? Most importantly, are there any neurofeedback therapy side effects? How Neurofeedback Works This treatment focuses on brainwave activity. It’s non-invasive. When you sit down for a session, the clinician explains the process to you. Next, she attaches sensors…
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One hallmark of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is impulsivity. Another one’s a difficult time with paying attention. Over the years, you’ve been asking yourself, “do I have ADHD or am I just lazy?” If you remained without a diagnosis, you’re now most likely still struggling with this question. Do I Have ADHD or Am…
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Everywhere you turn today, you have access to highly sexualized images through ads, music lyrics, videos, and internet sites. For most people, this exposure remains in healthy balance with the rest of their lifestyle. However, for some people, sex addiction takes over their lives, derailing them from healthy relationships and other life goals. If you…
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Valium is the brand name for diazepam. Doctors prescribe it for anxiety and muscle spasms. This medication falls under the benzodiazepine umbrella, which means it’s a nervous system depressant. However, is Valium addictive? Is Valium Addictive? Why? Valium is indeed an addictive substance. Because it acts on the brain’s GABA receptors, it can create a…
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Sex addiction can present many unique challenges that affect all areas of daily life. Do you know how to recognize the signs of sex addiction? Furthermore, what are your treatment options for a full recovery from this problem? What Is Sex Addiction? Sex addiction involves engaging in various sexual behaviors that become excessive. These behaviors…
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More and more rehab facilities are adopting a whole-person attitude when working with substance abuse clients. This leads to the combination of evidence-based and holistic care methods. Similarly, many program participants find inner peace from yoga therapy. However, what does this look like? The Advantages of a Whole-Person Approach In the past, detox focused almost…
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How often have you had a few drinks and gotten behind the wheel? National Impaired Driving Prevention Month 2018 draws attention to this behavior. You don’t have to be legally drunk to cause an accident. Most importantly, the practice could be an indicator of a drinking problem. Observing National Impaired Driving Prevention Month 2018 December…
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There’s a common misconception that women are the only ones who can have an eating disorder, but many men struggle as well. Another misconception is that the primary form of eating disorders come from a lack of eating rather than overeating. You might be someone who is wondering, “Do I have binge eating disorder and…
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Believe it or not, the prescription drug addiction crisis in the United States is far worse than the heroin epidemic. While heroin is a significant problem in our country, more people die from prescription drug overdoses than heroin. Aside from drugs like benzodiazepines, prescription pain medications like Vicodin are common when it comes to addiction.…
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