Addiction in the LGBTQ+ Community

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Substance Abuse Treatment

Often concealed in the shadows yet prevalent and deeply impactful, addiction in the LGBTQ+ community is a pressing issue that we need to bring to light. The silent battle many members of this vibrant community face is real, heartbreaking, and far too familiar. Keep reading to unravel the complexities and foster a deeper understanding of […]

Animal-Assisted Therapy for Addiction and Mental Health

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Addiction Therapy

In the ever-evolving realm of mental health and addiction recovery, there’s an approach that’s been gaining traction: animal-assisted therapy. This groundbreaking method involves using animals, like horses and dogs, to support individuals on their journey to recovery. Continue reading to discover more about this extraordinary approach and its potential benefits! How Animals Assist Clients in […]

Benefits of Family Counseling

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Addiction Therapy, Family Therapy, Substance Abuse Treatment

Addiction treatment is complex and often involves developing a support system for the person in recovery. For clients whose families or partners want to participate in treatment, family therapy programs have substantial benefits—not only for the person in recovery but for other members of the family unit. Those in family counseling work with a trained […]

Signs of a Heroin Overdose

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Addiction Therapy, Heroin Addiction, Opioid Abuse

If you take heroin, you are at risk of overdose. It’s important to know the signs of overdose and how to respond. It could save your life. Dependence and tolerance to heroin build quickly. This means that you need more and more of the drug just to feel “normal.” As your tolerance grows, so does […]

How Addiction Counseling Can Help

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Addiction Therapy

The fact that you are reading this blog about how therapy can help in addiction treatment is a significantly important step, even if it seems a small one to you. It means you are thinking about getting help for your substance abuse. Kicking a drug or alcohol habit is no easy task, but it is […]