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Childhood and the Traumatized Brain
Childhood and the Traumatized Brain Updated on 02/19/24 Content reviewed by Karen Rubenstein, LMFT Childhood experiences can play a significant role…
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month: How it Relates to Substance Use
Updated on 3/8/2023 April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a time to open a dialogue and educate the community about sexual…
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5 Underlying Reasons for Addiction
What Contributes to Addiction? Exploring 5 Root Causes Addiction always stems from a root cause, also known as one of the…
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Suicide and Addiction
Are Suicide and Addiction Linked? When someone is suffering from an issue with addiction, there are many complications that can come…
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Why connecting with therapists and staff can make all the difference
While you’re going through treatment, it is vital you take advantage of connecting with your therapists and staff in your residential…
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Triggers to Avoid During the Holidays
Know your triggers A major part of a successful recovery process is knowing what your triggers are. During the holidays, it…
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PTSD and Trauma Leading to Addiction
If you feel as if your PTSD and addiction are linked, and your trauma is leading to addiction, chances are you…
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Anxiety and Addiction
Anxiety and Anxiety Disorders Anxiety is a complex condition that affects millions of people all over the world. It is a…
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To Overcome Addiction, You Must Address Underlying Trauma
To Overcome Addiction, You Must Address Underlying Trauma One of the most widely known addiction treatment groups, Alcoholics Anonymous, famously lists…
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Better Understanding PTSD Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder is usually associated with veterans returning from tours in Iraq, Afghanistan or other highly volatile…
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