Holidays should be happy occasions that provide an opportunity for friends and family to get together and enjoy the season. However, these gatherings can pose a risk of relapse due to addiction triggers such as stress and increased access to drugs and alcohol. If you are recovering from addiction, you surely know that treatment does…
Behavioral addictions are not just limited to substance abuse or dependency. They can include anything from shopping and gambling to internet pornography. Someone who has a problem with a behavioral addiction can essentially get addicted to any behavior. Some of the most normal behaviors can turn into a problem because the person has a difficult…
Going through alcohol withdrawal may seem overwhelming to face. There are several fears that people have when they think about going through this process. For some people, it’s just the fear of the unknown. Others may have anxiety because they’ve heard stories about people going through alcohol withdrawal. Whatever your reasons may be for hesitating…
Relapse is one of the biggest risks to anyone who has an addiction. Even in the very best situations, you may feel at risk from time to time. When that happens to you, you may be unsure of what to do or how to recover. Having a relapse prevention plan in place can offer some…
Signs and Symptoms of Addiction Recognizing the signs and symptoms of addiction is someone’s first step toward guiding someone or getting help themselves. That’s why people must understand what these signs and symptoms are and why they’re dangerous. Not only are there behavioral signs and symptoms, but physical and psychological ones as well. At Midwest…
When it comes to substance abuse treatment, many people have preconceived notions. One commonly held belief is that addiction is just a problem of mind over matter. They believe that if the person simply tries hard enough, they can overcome addiction. Unfortunately, most medical experts agree that addiction is truly a mental health condition that…
Addiction is often characterized by negative thoughts and destructive behaviors. Many of these behaviors are governed by the effect that drugs or alcohol has on the brain. To stop addictive behaviors, a person needs to ‘rewire their brain’ by getting help at an addiction treatment center in New Jersey. A person seeking treatment works with…