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 […]
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 […]
The Dangers of Benzodiazepines
Given their appealing sedating effects, benzodiazepines are among some of the most abused prescription drugs in America. In fact, according to WebMD, about one in every five people who use benzodiazepines will abuse the potentially addictive drug. Below, we will discuss the potential risks associated with benzodiazepines and how they affect your body. What are […]
30 Days of Sobriety, Now What?
What do you need after you reach 30 days of Sobriety? You need to continue to treat your addiction or alcoholism. Even though 30 days of sobriety is a big accomplishment, many chronic relapsers are unable to stay sober much longer. It’s an extremely delicate time in recovery. Recovery should last a lifetime. Often an […]
Why It’s Possible to Find Joy in Recovery from a Neurological Point of View
Joy is something many people find elusive every day. They suffer from behaviors that keep them from being able to find true happiness. Expectation can get in the way of reality when it comes to finding purpose and peace. The brain and neurology can play a role in how people perceive their circumstances or respond […]
Treating Addiction as a Symptom of Trauma
Substance abuse and addiction are still widely misunderstood, both culturally and by many medical providers. Because of this misunderstanding, we have created a legal process and healthcare system that often punish those with addictions, exacerbating their already poor circumstances. Many people who find their way into a courtroom or a hospital due to substance abuse […]
