5 Ways to Deal With Alcohol Cravings
At any point in your alcohol recovery, you may experience cravings. Such impulses can soon return you to self-doubt and fear of relapse; this is because cravings can sometimes come from nowhere and feel irresistible. Learning to manage impulses is an essential skill...
Is it Too Soon to Get Help for My Addiction?
Taking that first step toward getting help for addiction is the hardest. Part of the decision to getting help relies on recognizing that you need help. It takes understanding and knowing when your substance use is taking control of your life. While you might think...
My Therapist Is Leaving: What Now?
Building a relationship with a therapist relies on security, comfort, vulnerability and trust. It might take years to find the right therapist to develop a solid relationship, and a therapist plays a crucial role in helping you maintain success in your recovery....
When Does Anxiety Become a Disorder?
Most people experience anxiety at some point in their life. It’s normal for an individual to become nervous before an interview or a date; however, what happens when this anxiety does not subside? Does this mean that you have or are developing an anxiety disorder?...
When Does Addiction Need an Intervention?
When substance use takes hold of your loved one, it can be challenging to approach the idea of intervention. Some think that by simply talking to their loved one and laying emotions out on the table, everything will change for the better. However, it rarely works out...
How Exercise Positively Affects Mental Health
Exercise is not only about physical gains; it is about mental gains, too. Those who exercise regularly feel more energetic throughout the day, rest better at night, have sharper memories, and are more relaxed and positive about themselves and their lives. Exercise is...
Trauma’s Relationship with Memory
Your memories help to shape who you are and how you behave. Sometimes memory loss or difficult memories can leave you in a state of anxiety, stress, anger and depression. Living in these states can make for an uninspired and even scary recovery journey, especially if...
Why Don’t More Young People Seek Help for Mental Illness?
Awareness surrounding mental health illnesses and the need to act to get treatment has been growing in recent years. Campaigns designed to educate and support those struggling with depression, addiction, anxiety, or other illnesses have created a platform to have a...
Men’s Mental Health: Why Aren’t More Men Seeking Help?
It is a common stereotype that men don't like to ask for help, nor do they like going to see a doctor. While this does not account for all men, they are much less likely than women to seek help when they need it, specifically when it comes to mental health. Men aren't...
Getting an Assessment for a DUI in Washington State
In a drunk driving case or any legal case that involves the use of drugs or alcohol, the court will likely order a drug or alcohol assessment from a state-certified treatment agency. If convicted, the evaluation is mandatory. If a DUI charge becomes reduced to a...