Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can occur after a person has experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. PTSD can commonly lead to substance misuse and addiction. It’s only natural to want to self-medicate pain and trauma, but it can only provide temporary relief. In fact, it typically worsens the long-term …
At Washburn House, an addiction treatment center in Worcester, Massachusetts, we use various therapeutic modalities to help our clients on their path to recovery. One of the most effective therapies we use is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). To learn about the many benefits of cognitive-behavioral therapy, contact us at 855.298.3104. Our cognitive-behavioral therapy is designed to …
Drug and alcohol addiction can devastate your life, but with professional treatment, you can reclaim your health and happiness. Although you might be ready to get help for addiction, you may be confused by your treatment options. An inpatient treatment program is the most intensive option to help you overcome addiction. But is the right …
Substance abuse and mental health issues are closely linked. And if you have one of these conditions, you are at a higher risk of developing the other. More than one-third of people with addiction also have a mental illness. That does not mean everyone addicted to drugs or alcohol has a co-occurring mental health issue. …
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Did you know that music heals addiction in many ways? Music therapy has been used to treat addiction for decades and can be a powerful tool in managing withdrawal symptoms and reducing cravings. Music can help people with substance misuse issues cope with stress, sadness, and other difficult emotions that may lead to relapse. Addiction …
If you are struggling with alcohol addiction and you have decided you wish to stop drinking altogether, the thought of getting through the holidays is likely to be a concern. The time between Thanksgiving and New Year’s tends to be a time when alcohol consumption increases for many people. With celebrations in place, alcohol seems to be …
Anxiety disorders are the most common group of mental illnesses in the US, affecting millions of people in the country. If you suffer from an anxiety disorder, you know that it can impact every area of your life. With symptoms like panic attacks, rapid heart rate, trembling, and sweating, anxiety can be debilitating. Medication is one effective …
The “Expectation vs. Reality” memes circulating social media. These show side-by-side comparisons that illustrate discrepancies in how we think things should go versus how they actually turn out. It usually elicits a few chuckles from those scrolling by. This is also a good image of what it’s like when one’s expectations in addiction recovery do …
Anxiety disorders can have debilitating symptoms. There is an increased risk of anxiety disorders in those with substance use disorder. The latest global events can cause an increase in anxiety during a pandemic. This may cause you to experience the symptoms of an anxiety disorder, particularly if you are already prone to anxiety. If you …
Being quarantined during the coronavirus pandemic isn’t easy. Isolation brings about loneliness, and loneliness can bring about symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. As a result, many are looking for ways of coping with loneliness during quarantine. There is no single best way to get through this period of isolation. But you can employ various …
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