by Cheryl Cirelli | Dec 4, 2021 | Addiction, Mental Health, Veterans & Military
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can occur after a traumatic event such as combat or a disaster. This anxiety problem can cause those affected to relive a traumatic event through flashbacks or memories. It can cause nightmares and...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Nov 27, 2021 | Mental Health, Recovery
Diet and exercise play a role in keeping your body fit, but they can keep you mentally fit as you work to maintain sobriety. A healthy lifestyle can ward off cravings, keep you busy, and give you strength of body and mind. Benefits of Exercise & Staying Fit...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 9, 2021 | Mental Health, Recovery
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, or frustrated while in your recovery program, you may be experiencing burnout. This can cause you to lose motivation and often leads to relapse. By recognizing the signs and finding ways to avoid this while in recovery, you can...
by Cheryl Cirelli | Oct 7, 2021 | Mental Health
Recovery can be a time of intense emotions. Anger, particularly, can run high during recovery and can stem from a variety of factors, such as pain, fear, or vulnerability. Learning how to effectively manage anger can help ensure that it does not trigger a relapse or...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Sep 1, 2021 | Addiction, Mental Health
To understand the origins of addiction often requires an examination of personal trauma. Every person reacts to negative circumstances differently, but each deserves an equal opportunity to heal. What Is Trauma? The American medical community first investigated the...
by Tracey L. Kelley | Mar 28, 2021 | Mental Health, Recovery
The good news: even if you’ve taken antidepressants for a while, they’re usually non-addictive. The not-so-good news: abruptly stopping your prescribed medication or illicit antidepressants often results in uncomfortable withdrawal symptoms. Let’s...
