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Injection Drug Users Who Also Abuse Stimulants at High Suicide Risk

June 18, 2022 / Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Articles>Drug Addiction, Articles>Dual Diagnosis, Articles>Mental Health, Helpful Articles, Mental Health

A team of Canadian researchers says that people who inject drugs have an exceptionally high risk of suicide when using stimulants such as cocaine and amphetamines. Injection drug users have relatively strong chances of developing diagnosable problems with substance abuse and addiction. They also have elevated chances of making suicide attempts and actually committing suicide. In a […]

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For PTSD Sufferers, Emotional Content of Memories Separates From Context

June 12, 2022 / Helpful Articles, Mental Health

People affected by post-traumatic stress disorder become susceptible to reliving trauma exposure when emotions associated with that trauma lose the factual context that places them in a rational framework, a new study by a team of Spanish and Brazilian researchers has found. Scientists have long sought to understand why and how this unwanted memory recurrence occurs in

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Doctors Increasing Use of Buprenorphine in Addiction Treatment

June 9, 2022 / Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Articles>Drug Addiction, Helpful Articles, Recovery, Treatment

The use of buprenorphine to treat opioid dependence has increased dramatically in the last ten years, particularly among general physicians. This trend is indicative of a clear shift in opioid maintenance therapy in the United States. Buprenorphine is a modern medication that can help people affected by opioid addiction break a pattern of uncontrolled drug or medication

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Sober Nights Out in Nashville

March 1, 2022 / Helpful Articles

Nashville, sometimes referred to as the center of the country music industry, is a bustling city known for its music scene, delicious foods, strong drinks and rollicking nightlife scene. So much so that a popular Nashville slogan says, “Eat, drink, and celebrate everything in Nashville.” While this may be what makes Nashville famous around the

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What Do Trauma-Informed Therapy Success Stories Have in Common?

February 22, 2022 / Addiction Treatment, Dual Diagnosis, Helpful Articles, Mental Health, Trauma treatment

In the last two years, our world has experienced unprecedented changes. Much of which has induced collective trauma within all of us. Counselors and therapists are busier than ever. The utilization of trauma-informed therapy in substance abuse treatment is of utmost importance. At the core of trauma-informed therapy is the belief that treatment should be deeply

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Four Life Lessons You Should Unlearn

January 25, 2022 / Addiction, Addiction Treatment, Helpful Articles, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment

At the turn of each new year, not only do we get to decide what we want to do with our fresh start, but we also must decide what to carry forward with us into the next season of life. While there are many things we like to leave behind from 2021, there are countless

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The Secret to a More Fulfilling Life

January 11, 2022 / Addiction Treatment, Helpful Articles, Mental Health

When your life is defined by the alcohol you drink or chasing down the next pill or any other means of fighting off the emotional tsunami that’s always just barely kept at bay, you might think that the secret to a fulfilling life is not for you. You may have already given up hope. You

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Getting Treatment During The Holidays

December 14, 2021 / Addiction Treatment, Helpful Articles, Mental Health Treatment

A Day at The Ranch: Holiday EditionThe festivities and celebrations at the end of a year can be a challenging time for all individuals. Especially those seeking treatment during the holidays for mental health challenges or addiction. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), approximately 24% of people diagnosed with mental health conditions

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Incorporating Spirituality in Addiction Treatment

November 23, 2021 / Addiction Treatment, Helpful Articles, Mental Health, Spirituality

Why Does Spirituality Matter in Addiction Treatment and Wellness?Discovering how to express spirituality in addiction treatment can be difficult, as even the word “spirituality” can mean different things to different people. For some people, the concept of exercising spirituality may mean attending religious services at a chosen place of worship and praying to God or

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Healing Demands Mind, Body and Spirit

October 26, 2021 / Addiction Treatment, Drug Abuse, Helpful Articles, Recovery

In addiction recovery and in your journey to freedom from anxiety or depression, the healing process demands much more than just addressing the problematic behaviors or feelings that arise. It demands every part of you, mind, body and soul. You’ve probably noticed that when you encounter circumstances that trouble you emotionally or mentally, physical symptoms will

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