Readings to help reach our full potential
Mental health is an essential aspect of our overall well-being, and it's crucial to prioritize it when dealing with addiction. Addiction can cause and/or be a result of a range of mental health issues such as anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Fortunately, there are several mental health apps available that are known to help those struggling with addiction.
Read MoreWhile it's possible to support an addict through their recovery journey, there may come a point where professional help is needed. It's important to recognize when an intervention is necessary, as an addict's substance use can start to impact their relationships, employment, and health. Seeking professional help can provide the necessary resources and support to guide an individual towards recovery.
Read MoreIt's crucial to seek professional assistance early when a loved one is displaying addiction symptoms, as working with a mental health expert and interventionist consultant can aid in evaluating the situation accurately and identifying any underlying mental health concerns that require attention, including understanding the root causes such as potential childhood or recent trauma.
Read MoreCarrying Narcan is an important step in protecting yourself and/or those around you from the risks of opioid overdose. It could save a life, and it shows that you care about the well-being of others.
Read MoreResearch has shown that individuals who enter treatment earlier have better outcomes than those who delay seeking help. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Substance Abuse Treatment found that individuals who received early intervention services were more likely to complete treatment successfully.
Read MoreRemembering our loved ones today, International Overdose Awareness Day. People around the world unite today to prevent overdose, remember those who have been lost, acknowledge the grief of those left behind, and end the stigma of drug use and addiction.
Read MoreThe CDC data for 2020 is troubling. With more overdose deaths in 2020 than in any previous year, our hearts are broken reading through the data about the families affected. Please read our interventionists' thoughts on the latest data and what we can do together to reverse the tides.
Read MoreKen’s recommendation of a worthwhile podcast to check out about mental health, with Chris Robertson of Black Stone Cherry.
Read MoreAn intervention can begin the conversation to the road toward recovery for an addiction problem. Sometimes a more focused approach is necessary for the person to realize and understand that they have a problem and that an intervention and treatment is going to help them get better and develop healthy life choices.
Read MoreOften people who are struggling with alcohol addiction will try to hide it from their friends and family. They may also think that their problem is only affecting them and not those around them.
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