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Don't Settle for Subpar Therapy
Just because therapists and counselors are trained to help you doesn’t mean that we are all the same. There are so many different modalities..., When choosing a therapist or a treatment program, don’t settle. Just because therapists and cou
RAW Daylesford: Now Offering Vivitrol!
Outpatient behavioral healthcare provider High Focus Centers now offers Vivitrol injections for adults at its Daylesford, PA location., Outpatient behavioral healthcare provider Rehab After Work now offers Vivitrol injections for adults at
Types of Trauma and its Effects
Trauma can follow a natural disaster, sexual assault or an experience of combat and result in PTSD and other issues., If you've lived through a terrible event and feel unable to move past it, you've likely asked yourself "what is trauma, an
Managing Symptoms of Stress
Discover the connections between stress and substance abuse. Learn how to manage stress can help to maintain recovery and prevent relapse., People battling addiction while simultaneously trying to manage symptoms of stress often experience
How Can I Help My Addicted Spouse?
Living with an addicted spouse can feel overwhelming, but there are ways to offer help and support. Learn what you can do to support them in recovery., When you have a spouse who is struggling with addiction, it's normal to feel helpless and powerless. However, there are a number of things you can do to get them the help they need. Addiction can be an emotional rollercoaster, but it's possible for you and your spouse to get through this challenging period and
Keys to maintaining Social Sobriety
Sobriety does not mean that you can no longer spend time with friends and enjoy life as you once did. Build a supportive, fun-loving community that lasts., Friendship and sobriety don't always go hand-in-hand, especially when much of your s
Finding Drug or Alcohol Treatment in New Jersey
There are endless options for those searching for help with their substance use. We look at three common factors that can help you make the right choice., It is a crucial moment in your life. After ignoring or denying it for such a long time, you have accepted that there is potential to be significantly better off than you are right now. Relationships with friends or loved ones are damaged, and they’ve been begging you to get help for a long time.
When to Seek Treatment for Teen Alcohol Abuse
Teens experimenting with alcohol often become addicted. Learn when to get your teen help for alcohol addiction and the benefits of outpatient therapy., Many view underage drinking as a rite of passage. But the truth of the matter is that un
Avoid Relapse During the End of the School Year
The end of school and summer are filled with temptations to relapse for teens in recovery. Follow these tips to stay sober, keep busy, and have fun., Spring is here, the school year is wrapping up…it’s an exciting time for teenagers! But if
Common Mental Disorders in Teens
Your teen's behavior is likely more than just moodiness and may be caused by anxiety, depression or another disorder., Parents of teenagers often grumble that moodiness underlines the behavior of their teen children. While all adolescents g
The Relationship between Mental Health & Substance Abuse
Mental health disorders and substance abuse often occur together. Learn about the relationship between the two and why treating both is so important., There is a growing awareness of the connection between mental illnesses and substance abu
7 Tips for Managing Family, Work & Rehab
Juggling family, work, and rehab can be overwhelming. Follow these tips to manage your responsibilities while seeking treatment for substance abuse., Juggling work and family is a challenge. The thought of throwing rehab and treatment progr
Understanding Adolescent Emotions
Teens go through heavy emotional struggles and may turn to unhealthy coping mechanism without proper guidance., Teenage years are a critical time of social, psychological and biological development between childhood and young adulthood. With changes in hormones, physical appearance, friend groups and all the environmental transitions between elementary, junior high and senior high school, this period of life is an emotional time for young people. While mood swings can seem like
Preventing Painkiller Addiction
By knowing the signs and symptoms, you can help your loved one avoid a development of painkiller addiction. , People may need to take pain medication for a number of reasons, including post-op care or chronic pain relief. And while relieving one from pain is a good thing, especially if that pain is debilitating and chronic, it does not come without its risks. Many of the long-term pain-relieving medications on the
How to Properly Handle Prescription Drugs
Learn how to reduce the risk of developing addiction by following these easy steps for properly using and disposing of your prescription drugs., Like most people, you have a mini pharmacy of outdated prescription drugs in your medicine cabinet in the bathroom. If you use painkillers and/or other prescription drugs, they could be life-threatening should they accidentally be ingested or misused. So, how do you keep yourself and others safe from developing or feeding a drug addiction? It’s all
What Ever Happened to Cigarettes?
Teens have gone from skipping class and sneaking a smoke to cutting school altogether and killing their days with marijuana. But why? What can parents do?, The youthful and alluring smoking ads of the 20th Century have since been replaced w
How to Tell if Your Teen is Dealing with Addiction
The signs of teen drug and alcohol addiction, aren't always obvious. Here are five behavioral habits adolescents with addiction may exhibit., The teenage years are the prime time to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Teens spend a lot of ti
How to Support Teens with Mental Illness
Learn how to help a teen with a mental health disorder by examining your expectations, providing structure and looking for professional support., The teenage years are fraught with confusion, a desire for independence, high emotions, changi
Mental Health Care for Your Teen
Inpatient, outpatient and partial hospitalization are all mental health treatment programs offered for teens., If you've researched forms of mental healthcare programs on behalf of your teen, you've likely discovered many different options. Deciding which is the best, however, can feel overwhelming, if not confusing. How can you determine which care level is best for your teen? The good news is you don't have to decide on your own. The
Six Ways to Help Your Teen Get Back on Track After a Relapse
Parents can help teens get back on track after drug or alcohol relapses. Learn how to effectively support your teen after a relapse with these six steps., Addiction is a lifelong struggle. After completing drug or alcohol treatment, teens a
What Are the Risk Factors of Suicide?
Understanding the risk factors of suicide and knowing the signs is the first step in being able to prevent it from happening. , Suicide is a tragic cause of death that has been on the rise in the United States since the early 2000s. It ofte
5 Signs of Depression in Teenagers
Teen depression statistics are surprising, with one in five adolescents struggling with clinical depression. Learn five signs of depression in your teen., Being a teenager is tough, and having to parent a teenager comes with struggles, too
What is Major Depressive Disorder
Everything you need to know about major depressive disorder risk factors-including genetic factors, environment, personality traits, trauma and more. , We've all experienced intense sadness at times and may have stated that we felt depresse
Tips for Staying on Track in 2016 After Drug Or Alcohol Rehab
Stay on track in 2016 after finishing drug or alcohol rehab with these tips. It’s a new year and a new you!, It’s 2016, a new year and a new start! If you’ve finished rehab for drug or alcohol use, you may be wondering how to avoid a relaps
