Suffering from depression is utterly debilitating. It is more than just feeling “down” or being in a period of sadness. It is something that lasts much longer — to the point where it feels like it’s become part of our personality. Depression can make us withdraw from work or family. It can make doing our…
We all feel sad from time to time. For some, though, the sadness lasts for months. It has many crushing layers — of grief, self-hatred, and apathy. Family, friends, and hobbies fade into the background as depression takes over. Conquering depression is not as simple as “cheering up.” It’s a complex disease that can have…
Dealing with drug or alcohol dependency feels like being a tree in the storm. Even those with the deepest roots get tossed and turned, liable to come crashing down at any minute. If you know that you need to get your life back on track, but you don’t know where to start, there is help….
Depression is unrelenting. It always seems to be around, and no matter what we do, we can’t shake the constant weight. In the midst of depression, doing everyday tasks feels so difficult – even the most enjoyable ones. When you can’t even find the motivation to spend time with friends or family that you love,…
Depression can be the loneliest place in the world. We fear that nobody understands what we are going through and that nobody will be supportive – and that it will never get better. No matter how dark it may feel, you are not alone. Roughly 21 million Americans have had a least one major depressive…
Dealing with drug and alcohol abuse is a nightmare for anyone. It feels like your body, mind, spirit, and family are under attack as the disease takes hold. But how can you break the cycle — especially if you have the added pressure of a job or family responsibilities? The stress of work or company…
Intensive outpatient programs for substance use disorder are successful in helping up to 70% of their graduates stay clean and sober for the long-term. So, if you are considering IOP, it’s likely that you haven’t been before. With most cultural depictions of addiction treatment focusing on rehab, you might wonder what really happens in an…
Are you sick and tired of feeling sick and tired? Drinking and drug use take a serious toll on your body, mind, spirit, and family. Even if you’ve managed to hold onto all of your “things” so far — your job, your money, your relationships, and more — there’s probably part of you that wonders…
The recent upheaval in our daily lives due to coronavirus has left many feeling scattered, uprooted, and anxious. For those in recovery, these emotions can be a slippery slope. Although being at home can feel like our usual support resources are no longer available, we can shift our perspective to viewing this time as an…
When a loved one enters treatment for substance abuse, many family members may rejoice over their loved one’s decision and effort to treat their disease. The amount of therapy, education, and building of sober support while in treatment can be a major boon to the addict and their families. While most of us know that…
