If you are recovering from a behavioural addiction like sex addiction, you might not expect the intensity of withdrawal symptoms that tend to occur in early recovery. Even though these
The foods we choose to eat play a major role in the way we feel, both physically and mentally. For those in recovery, a healthy diet can help you come
Whether your personal boundaries deteriorated during addiction, or they were never that healthy to begin with, recovery is a critical time to become familiar with the particulars of your comfort
Being in a relationship with someone who has an addiction is one of the toughest challenges you can face as a couple. If you have committed to staying with a
Looking to learn more about addiction, but having trouble finding the time to do it? Podcasts are a perfect solution for gaining information, support, and perspective even when you’ve got
Though medication-assisted treatment has been shown to be effective in reducing relapse and strengthening long-term sobriety, it is sometimes misunderstood. Knowing the facts and reasons for considering medication-assisted treatment can
Addiction and mental health issues take a heavy toll on personal relationships, shattering one’s sense of community and driving people into isolation. An essential part of recovery is learning how
Once best-known as a psychedelic club drug, ketamine has also gained attention as a possible innovation in the treatment of severe depression. However, the chance of negative side effects, including
You’re supposed to feel better and healthier in recovery, but you often feel yourself getting pulled back into stress, anxiety and depression. You might catch yourself wondering if this is
The complexities of addiction can make it difficult for some to get the right treatment, leading to repeated relapses. Engaging an intensive, holistic approach to address it can help better
The link between ADHD and addiction is significant and serious. Understanding more about the factors behind this connection can offer insights on how to prevent dependency, and how to effectively
Taking a hard look at addiction means understanding the experiences and emotions that contribute to it. For many former addicts, recovery helps reveal the role that anger plays in fueling
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
