How Does the Internet Affect Process Addictions?
Process addictions, also called behavioral addictions, involve actions and behaviors as opposed to substances like drugs or alcohol. These types of addiction are incredibly common and may be just as dangerous as a substance addiction. The internet has unfortunately become a common means...How Do I Know if I’m Dependent on My Anxiety Meds?
The line between using and abusing anxiety medication is difficult to identify, especially if you have not learned about the stages of drug use. If you use anxiety medication, you should know the warning signs of drug abuse, dependence and addiction, because this will train you to notice...Why Should I Consider Inpatient Treatment for My Addiction?
Once a person realizes that he needs help to overcome addiction it can be very difficult to navigate the seemingly endless treatment options available to him. Should he simply attend some 12-step meetings? Should he undergo daily outpatient treatment? Should he live in a halfway house?...When Should I Look for a Sober Living Home?
Maintaining sobriety by staying free from addictive substances is one of the main goals of a former addict in recovery. For many, though, it is hard to avoid relapses once they finish treatment and find themselves back in their former routines and among their peers. Months of hard work...What Should I Do If I’m Addicted to Multiple Medications?
Many drugs have a dual identity. Used the right way they can take away pain or calm anxiety, while abused in other ways they can cause destruction. But not every relationship with prescription medications can be classified as either entirely therapeutic or completely abusive. People can...What Is Complex PTSD (C-PTSD)?
Complex posttraumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) is a possible diagnosis for individuals who suffer from long-term episodes of trauma. Identified by Judith Herman, a psychiatrist and Harvard University professor, the term complex PTSD seeks to outline a group of symptoms common to...Misunderstanding Behaviors Related to Trauma
People who survive trauma may experience biological and psychological changes that cause them to react to stress in negative ways. These behaviors can be troubling and confusing, but counseling can help reduce anxiety and help individuals move on from traumatic experiences. How Trauma...The Effects of Trauma on the Developing Brain
The word trauma may lead people to think about accidents or injuries. However, abuse and neglect are also traumatic experiences that affect a developing brain. The brain can be considered the command post for all activity in the body. However, the primary job of the brain is to receive,...Chronic versus Acute Trauma
Trauma impacts a person’s physiological, emotional, physical and mental health. Not all traumatic experiences are the same, and there are different treatment strategies for the various types. These strategies help people regain balance in their life. What is Acute Trauma? Acute trauma...Why Can’t Everyone Cope with Trauma?
Unfortunately, most of us witnessed the World Trade Center attacks on September 11th. We have also seen the devastation and destruction that occurred from hurricane Katrina. Our hearts reached out to the family members of the victims of the Oklahoma City bombings, and many of us also have...Trust Issues after Trauma
One of the most complex human emotions is trust. Trust is the strong belief in the reliability, truth, ability or strength of someone or something. Trauma can disrupt the emotion of trust, and this can have a lasting impact on a person’s life. What Is Trauma? Trauma can occur for many...How Trauma Affects the Human Body
Trauma can hit hard, all of us. We’re not just talking about physical trauma, although the lingering after-effects of trauma-related pain can certainly cause their own brand of havoc on our bodies. Emotional trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can have a huge and rather...Confidential Call
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