by Lucas Fernandez | Jul 18, 2023
Everyone has some idea of perfectionism, but for those recovering from substance use disorder (SUD), trying to achieve perfection could lead to a relapse. Perfectionism and addiction recovery are actually tightly linked, which many people in recovery don’t realize...
by Lucas Fernandez | Jul 11, 2023
As the field of substance use recovery and support continues to expand and be researched, more and more methods of healing the body and mind are being discovered and tested as serious and possible ways to help. One of those methods is neuroplasticity, which is the...
by Lucas Fernandez | Mar 28, 2022
At least 20 million Americans suffer from drug addiction and substance abuse. [1]Drinking too much alcohol can harm your health. Learn the facts. (n.d.). CDC. Retrieved February 15, 2022, from https://www.cdc.gov/alcohol/fact-sheets/alcohol-use.htm With this number on...
by Lucas Fernandez | Jan 3, 2022
Rehabilitation programs play a significant role in every stage of recovery, so choosing in-network or out-of-network providers for rehabilitation becomes a crossroads. Selecting the right treatment center is crucial for not only reaching recovery but also for giving...
by Lucas Fernandez | Apr 2, 2021
The life of someone suffering from addiction and going through treatment is full of a multitude of thoughts and emotions that can be overwhelming. When one feels that there is no process to deal with these intense feelings, the person in recovery can suffer from...
by Lucas Fernandez | Dec 9, 2020
Substance abuse constitutes a huge problem for public health in the US, impacting every aspect of our society. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, in 2017, there were approximately 20.7 million people aged 12 and up who needed...