Withdrawing from alcoholism, substance abuse, or the grip of any addiction is an incredibly difficult proposition, but with good support and the right environment, the process can be far less
It’s easy to find an excuse to avoid treatment for a mental health condition, but it is far more difficult to ignore the long-term side-effects of not getting help. Living
Talking to your spouse about your drug addiction for the first time may not be easy, but it is essential. Thoughtfully preparing for this discussion can help as you take
You and your partner do everything together, so why not take the recovery journey as a couple? Understanding the reasons behind seeking treatment apart from one another can help significantly
You are coming to terms with the fact that your substance use isn’t casual, and you need help overcoming your addiction. But how do you bring your family into this
Many believe that some people are more prone to addiction than others. You’ve likely heard the term “addictive personality,” but do you know what it actually means? This phrase is
Long thought of as a disorder affecting men, rates of gambling addiction have steadily climbed among women. Understanding the reasons why women use gambling to cope can help to identify
Struggling to find the words to talk about your recovery? Not sure what you should disclose, and to whom? Many people find it difficult to know exactly what to say
Successful, well-liked—and addicted to cocaine. High-functioning cocaine users often appear to have everything going for them, but their addiction could derail everything they have worked for. Learn ways to talk
It’s the weekend, and you want nothing more than to let go and live it up. While occasional use of club drugs might seem like no big deal, the inherent
You are aware of the opioid epidemic, and you’ve heard about fentanyl – is it really that different from all the others? Getting to know the unique risks around fentanyl
You have made an important and potentially life-changing decision to pursue inpatient mental health therapy. Whether you made this choice completely on your own, or have been pressured into it
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
