Relapse is common. A popular estimate puts relapse rates anywhere between between 40 and 60 percent in the first year, with most of those happening early. The rate differs depending
Anyone who suffers from an anxiety disorder knows that anxiety is more than just nervousness. Anxiety can be frightening and even paralyzing. It can make you physically ill and hold
Sex addiction describes a very real and challenging form of behavioural dependency. While enjoying sex is normal, sex addiction takes it to another level. For example, it can cause a
When you are trying to decide where to go for treatment for addiction or mental health issues, there are many factors to consider–inpatient or outpatient? Near home or far away?
One of the hardest parts of sobriety is having to confront unpleasant emotions without recourse to drugs or alcohol. This is often how addiction begins in the first place. When
Do you wake up each morning and feel as though there is no more spark in your life? If so, you might have what is known as dopamine deficiency. Dopamine
There’s an old proverb: If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together. In recovery, it doesn’t really matter how fast you go,
Anyone can develop an addiction, regardless of background, social status or beliefs. It can be difficult to understand why some individuals are more susceptible to it than others. Regardless of
Drinking alcohol is quite the norm for many people. Whether you enjoy a beer, wine or spirits, alcoholic drinks are readily available at happy hours, events and more. It is
Alcohol and drug addictions are damaging for everyone involved. Even just one family member struggling with substance abuse can impact the whole family and group of friends. Frequently, growing up
The National Institute of Mental Health in the United States defines childhood trauma as, ‘’The experience of an event by a child that is emotionally painful or distressful, which often results in
It feels good to help others, right? Unfortunately, your well-intentioned desire to help might be enabling your loved one’s addiction. Helping someone continue harmful behaviours is not helping them –
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
