Alcohol is often a major part of social life across the United States and around the world. As a part of social life, it’s difficult to know when social or habitual drinking turns into an addiction. Alcohol is easy to get and often hard to avoid in social situations, making it easy to abuse. For…
For many people in early recovery, it’s difficult to think about the future. Fear of relapse, worry about changing relationships, and adjusting to sobriety can make it difficult to return to a normal life after treatment. Fortunately, aftercare programs can help. These programs can help people and their families transition, plan, and thrive after residential…
Family support is crucial to successful addiction recovery. Unfortunately, addiction can negatively affect home life, relationships, and communication. Similarly, dysfunctional relationships at home can impact addiction. Family therapy is one way for people to reconnect, establish new dynamics, and heal together. If your family is struggling, the Santé Center for Healing can help. With inpatient…
Today, across the country cannabis use is on the rise. Legalization, niche products, and synthetic strains of THC are making cannabis stronger and increasingly popular. Unfortunately, these stronger strains like delta 8 can be dangerous and increase the risk of addiction. An addiction treatment program is the safest, most effective way to prevent the side…
People across the United States struggle with mood disorders. At least half of people struggling with addiction also have co-occurring disorders like depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder may be more common than people think. Understanding the symptoms, signs, and treatment options for bipolar disorder can help people find the right program for their…
Trauma affects people from all walks of life every day. In recent years, scientists and therapists have begun to understand the effects of trauma on the brain and body. While once closely associated with combat PTSD, anyone can suffer from trauma and unfortunately, many people do. Trauma therapy can help people uncover, treat, and manage…
Relapse can be a constant worry for those in recovery and for their loved ones. Unfortunately, concerns about relapse can actually lead to relapse. Anxiety, depression, PTSD and other co-occurring disorders can also lead to relapse. Relapse prevention plans are the best, most comprehensive way to prepare for the risk of relapse, develop contingency plans,…
People across the country and in Texas use heroin every day. This illicit drug is widely used and contrary to common misconception, many heroin users maintain relatively normal lives. While many young adults may experiment with heroin, regular users are usually over 30. These people need to take the first step toward recovery. Keep in…
Alcohol is a major part of daily life in the United States and around the world. As a part of social life, it’s difficult to know when drinking turns into an addiction. Alcohol is easy to get and often hard to avoid in social situations. For many, social drinking can quickly turn into habitual drinking…
Today, there are many approaches to addiction recovery. For many, this can be overwhelming and make it harder to find the right approach for their needs. Knowing and understanding different approaches can help people make the right choice for their own recovery or better understand the recovery journey of loved ones. Remember that a 12-step…