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Nutrition and Addiction

Nutrition and Addiction

Nutrition and addiction are linked. It is commonly known that good nutrition is part of an overall healthy life. The old adage “you are what you eat” does have some merit. The foods we eat affect even our mood and emotional well-being. Other than the effects poor...
Alumni programs: 7 reasons to get connected

Alumni programs: 7 reasons to get connected

When you hear the term “alumni,” you probably think of people who have graduated from colleges or universities. An alumnus is a graduate or former student of a particular school, college, or university; or a former associate, employee, member of a certain association...
What is Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium?

What is Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium?

Alcohol Withdrawal Delirium (AWD) is the most severe form of alcohol withdrawal. Anyone who has been a long-time heavy drinker—meaning 15 drinks a week for men and 8 drinks a week for women, according to the Center for Disease Control—is at risk for experiencing...
Systemic Intervention Model

Systemic Intervention Model

Addiction is a disease that harms the entire family. Just as people in recovery from addiction must undergo a thorough healing process, those who love them need to take the time to address their own pain and resentment. Twin Lakes Recovery Center understands that the...
What is Gender-Specific Therapy?

What is Gender-Specific Therapy?

Addiction is not a gender-specific issue; both men and women struggle with addiction to drugs and alcohol. That said, more treatment centers are beginning to offer gender-specific therapy. What is gender-specific therapy? Simply put, it keeps the genders segregated...