Summary: In discussions surrounding substance abuse and recovery, the concept of codependency frequently surfaces, often shrouded in controversy and misunderstanding. But how true is the myth of codependency? Is this concept widely misunderstood, and if so, why does it play such a pivotal role in conversations about addiction recovery? What Exactly is Codependency? Historically, the… Continue reading Is the Myth of Codependency for Substance Abuse True?
Summary: The Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment for Alcohol, revised (CIWA-Ar), is a standardized tool used by healthcare providers to assess the severity of alcohol withdrawal and guide treatment decisions. Understanding your CIWA-Ar scores can provide significant insights into the severity of your withdrawal symptoms and the necessary interventions to ensure safety and comfort during detoxification.… Continue reading CIWA-Ar Scores: What Yours Reveals About You
Summary: Watching a loved one struggle with addiction can be heart-wrenching. Naturally, you might wonder if you can, or even should, take steps to ensure they receive the help they desperately need. This brings us to a critical question: Can you force someone to go to rehab, and perhaps more importantly, should you? Can You… Continue reading Can You Force Someone to Go to Rehab? Should You?
Summary: Reintegrating into the workplace after rehab can be a daunting yet hopeful experience. As someone who has navigated this path, I want to share my experiences and what you might expect with a return to work agreement after rehab. This agreement is a pivotal step in melding the lessons of recovery with the demands… Continue reading What To Expect with Your Return to Work Agreement After Rehab
Summary: Quiz for Borderline Personality Disorder Instructions: Answer the following questions to assess whether you may be experiencing symptoms related to Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and how they may overlap with addictive behaviors. This quiz is not a diagnostic tool, but it can help identify patterns that might require further professional evaluation. 1. Do you… Continue reading Best Quiz for Borderline Personality Disorder and Addiction Behavior
Summary: Tips on How to Live With Someone with Depression Living with someone who has depression can be challenging, not only for the person experiencing the illness but also for their loved ones. It requires patience, understanding, and a proactive approach to support and communication. Here are 13 ways to help you navigate this situation… Continue reading 13 Ways on How to Live with Someone with Depression
Summary: When people talk about addiction, they often focus on its physical effects or the emotional challenges of overcoming it. However, the impact addiction has on the brain’s structure and function is profound, largely due to the concept of brain plasticity. But what is brain plasticity, and how does it relate to addiction? For individuals… Continue reading Brain Plasticity and Addiction: What’s the Connection?
Summary: Exposure therapy is a well-known psychological treatment method that has been used for decades to help individuals confront their fears and anxieties. Originally developed to treat conditions such as phobias and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), exposure therapy has also found its place in addiction treatment. By helping individuals gradually face and manage the situations… Continue reading History of Exposure Therapy for Addiction Treatment
Summary: As Halloween approaches, many people in recovery might wonder how they can celebrate the holiday without being exposed to alcohol or other substances. The good news is that there are plenty of sober Halloween options that allow you to enjoy the festivities without compromising your sobriety. Whether you’re looking for a fun night out… Continue reading Where Are the Sober Halloween Events Near Me?
Summary: What Is Polarized Thinking? Polarized thinking, also known as all-or-nothing thinking, is a cognitive distortion where individuals view situations in extremes, without considering the middle ground. In other words, everything is seen as either black or white, good or bad, success or failure, with no shades of gray in between. This type of thinking… Continue reading What Is Polarized Thinking? How It Could Be Hindering Your Recovery
