WHAT IS ENMESHMENT? Enmeshment is a relationship where there are very few, blurred, or no boundaries between the people involved. In this type of relationship,…
WHAT IS TRAUMA? Trauma can be many things and is experienced differently by everyone. Trauma can stem from one event or multiple occurrences that is…
When most people think of bulimia, they think of one type of disordered eating. That is, they imagine someone who binges on an excessive amount…
WHAT IS GRATITUDE? Gratitude is the art of making what you have, enough. Gratitude is the feeling and outward conveyance of appreciation for something or…
It is no secret that drug and alcohol addiction is a growing crisis in America. As individuals, families, and communities struggle with the toll of…
In the realm of addiction and substance use disorders, the words sobriety and recovery are often used interchangeably. However, there are some notable variances in…
Every September, the United States observes National Recovery Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness and understanding of addiction recovery. Recovery Awareness Month serves…
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Relapse prevention is a critical aspect of long-term recovery for individuals battling addiction. It involves strategies and support systems designed to help recovering individuals maintain…
Substance abuse may seem to have just come upon you. However, it’s much like a snowball effect, slowly increasing into a substance use disorder over…