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We’re used to the idea that anything worth doing takes persistent effort. Nothing good happens on its own. In many ways that’s true of recovery from addiction and mental health
Most people are familiar with the concept of an intervention. They sometimes appear in movies or television shows. And, of course, there’s the reality television show Intervention, which is exclusively
Sex addiction is a common occurrence among individuals with established personality disorders, especially borderline personality disorder and bipolar disorder. Sex addiction is a term used to describe a type of behavioural addiction that
Cognitive behavioural therapy, or CBT, is a method of psychotherapy that decades of research has shown to be effective in treating many conditions, including depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, OCD, and
Addiction recovery is challenging on several fronts. You have to transition from the structured life of treatment to the relative freedom of being back home. You have to make some
If you’re ambitious, you probably hate taking time off. You have responsibilities that won’t take a vacation, even if you do. Many top performers are passionate about what they do,
As World Cup betting reaches an all-time high, so does gambling addiction. All over the world football fans were glued to their television sets with excitement as France won the
Yoga was once thought of as a fringe activity, a form of contortionism for new-age types, but now, along with running and vegetables, it’s emblematic of a healthy lifestyle. Anyone
There are now more options for addiction treatment than there have ever been. This is both good and bad. It’s good because now more people have access to treatment for
There are many traits you can develop during addiction treatment that will serve you well in recovery and in life. These include patience, optimism, tenacity, courage, and mindfulness. One you
For many, quitting alcohol was the best decision in their lives. People who stop drinking alcohol experience positive changes practically immediately, especially if they have often engaged in heavy drinking.
Of the various treatment methods available to addicts, from the basic care and support of loved ones at home to medical and therapeutic interventions in specialised facilities, an inpatient treatment
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
