6 Tips for Managing ADHD in Recovery
ADHD is a tricky disorder. Most people are familiar with the generic symptoms of ADHD, which include trouble focusing, impulsive actions and hyperactivity. But ADHD can manifest in other ways too. Sometimes, it can be paralyzing; an overwhelmed state can quickly progress to what looks like depression or lack of motivation. ADHD can also make […]
Supporting a Loved One with Dual Diagnosis: How to Help and What to Expect
If a loved one has been diagnosed with addiction and another mental health disorder, it’s natural to have questions and concerns. The dual diagnosis may seem overwhelming. However, getting an accurate and specific diagnosis, even if it involves more than one mental health condition, allows people to get effective care. It also helps you and […]
The Benefits of Neurofeedback Therapy for Addiction Treatment
Neurofeedback Therapy has become increasingly popular in the addiction treatment community. Neurofeedback is a form of therapy that uses feedback from brainwave information to help individuals regain control over their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. Neurofeedback treatment can help people with addiction issues by allowing them to recognize patterns of thinking and behaving that can lead […]
How DBT Therapy Can Help You Overcome Addiction
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based therapy program that has been proven to help individuals struggling with addiction and substance abuse recover from their addictions and live healthier lives. DBT utilizes cognitive behavioral treatment techniques like mindfulness, which enable individuals to better manage painful emotions and gain insight into their behavior. It also helps […]
Signs You Need Dual Diagnosis Treatment
More than 7 million people have a dual diagnosis of a substance abuse disorder and another mental health condition. But the substance abuse disorder can cloud the signs of the dual diagnosis. When you’re in the throes of addiction, the substance abuse problem can seem like the most pressing issue to address. While it’s important […]
Bipolar Disorder and Addiction
Approximately 38% of people with substance abuse disorder have a concurrent mental health disorder. People with bipolar disorder are more likely to have a co-occurring substance abuse disorder than individuals with other anxiety, mood or psychotic disorders. Therefore, it’s important to understand the link between bipolar disorder and addiction. How are Bipolar Disorder and Addiction […]
The Relationship Between Depression and Substance Abuse
When two or more mental illnesses occur together, it’s known as a dual diagnosis. It’s not uncommon for people with substance use disorder to be diagnosed with depression, and vice versa. Substance use disorder can worsen symptoms of depression, and signs of depression can make a substance use disorder worse. Getting out of the cycle […]
5 Long-Term Effects of Benzodiazepine Abuse
Benzodiazepines are sedatives that are often prescribed for anxiety and insomnia. They’re often effective in the short term. These medications can help you relax, reduce the number of overwhelming thoughts so that you can get through the day, improve sleep issues and soothe your nerves when you feel panicky. But dependence on benzodiazepines is an […]
6 Benefits of EMDR Therapy for Addiction Treatment
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy, also known as EMDR therapy, is a powerful method for treating trauma. It involves activating sensory inputs on the right and left side of the body while the patient recalls a traumatic memory. The sensory activity might include buzzing a paddle that the patient holds in each hand or […]
Gary Dinkleman — ‘The White Wizard’ — Has Retired
Gary Dinkleman, known for his insightful counseling methods and as a long-time counselor at Burning Tree Ranch, retired in 2021. Gary helped hundreds of family members break the cycle of addiction. Gary lived in Illinois and while 3-years sober he worked at a grocery store. His sponsor started going to school to be a counselor […]
