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When Depression and Addiction Co-Occur

When Depression and Addiction Co-Occur

Update on 09/18/23 Content review by Derek Wilksen, CEO When you experience symptoms of depression, such as persistent sadness and hopelessness,...

Overcoming Common Obstacles in Sobriety

Overcoming Common Obstacles in Sobriety

Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT For some, making the initial decision and commitment to sobriety is the most challenging part...

Risk Factors for Developing an Addiction

Risk Factors for Developing an Addiction

Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT There are many misconceptions about addiction. One popular myth is that a person may only...

Why Acceptance Is Essential to Recovery

Why Acceptance Is Essential to Recovery

Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Many people that struggle with addiction continue to do so because they are not ready...

The Connection Between Anxiety and Addiction

The Connection Between Anxiety and Addiction

Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Anxiety disorders and substance use disorders (SUDs) are among the most prevalent mental health conditions...

What Are the Risks of Abusing Xanax?

What Are the Risks of Abusing Xanax?

Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Xanax is a medication prescribed to reduce anxiety and panic-related symptoms. This...

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How Can Trauma-Informed Care Treat Addiction?

Byline: Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Many people have experienced an event at some point in their lives...

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Signs You Might Be Struggling With Emotional Dysregulation

Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Emotional dysregulation is a term used to describe a condition in which emotional...

How Conscious Recovery Can Help You in Addiction Treatment

Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Conscious Recovery is a program that substance abuse treatment centers like Casa Palmera...

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To Date or Not to Date While in Early Recovery?

Updated on 1/31/2023 Content reviewed by Gillian Bieler, LCSW, CSAT, Clinical Director Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction can be a...