Approaching a loved one about their addictions and substance abuse issues is an incredibly tough thing to do. Ultimately however, taking the brave step of making a substance abuse intervention
Why are opioids in the news so much these days? And what’s the difference between opiates and opioids? Opioids and opiates are generating a lot of headlines due to the
Managing triggers is one of the most important parts of addiction recovery, especially early on. Addiction is a chronic condition that can’t be cured in the sense of getting treatment,
SPEAK TO AN EXPERT NOW Replace the Worst Thing with Something Better Sometimes cutting something out of your diet leaves a void. Replacing unhealthy foods instead of just trying to
If you or a loved one are struggling with alcohol or drug addiction and facing a daily battle to stop, it’s time to consider cognitive behavioural therapy for addiction treatment.
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. It is primarily used for treating post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, including simple and complex traumas. EMDR is a relatively new
Generally speaking, it’s wise to eat a healthy diet of nutrient-dense whole foods, emphasising green leafy vegetables, nuts, beans, lentils, legumes, whole grains, berries, and foods rich in omega-3 fatty
Cocaine was involved in nearly 16,000 overdose deaths in the US in 2017 and the UN estimates between 14 million and 21 million people use cocaine worldwide. Cocaine use can
Most people are aware that you can fatally overdose on opioids. Your breathing, heart rate, and body temperature may drop to dangerously low levels, causing heart attack, suffocation, or brain
Many people who seek trauma therapy suffer consequences of one or more traumatic events in their life. Even though many find ways to process trauma effectively and eventually resolve their
The need for opioid treatment around the world is increasing as the opioid crisis deepens. In the USA, in 2016, 64,000 people died from opioid overdoses. Australia has seen a
Addiction and mental health issues often overlap. Most people who seek treatment for addiction will also have a mental health issue that needs to be addressed, whether they’re aware of
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
