What is a Holistic Approach For Substance Abuse?

There are several factors contributing to alcohol and drug addiction, including environmental and genetic influences, preexisting mental health conditions, and socioeconomic status, but the majority of professionals in the addiction industry agree that there are 4 main addiction stages, (which we’ll cover below). Not everyone … Read more

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Substance Abuse

Mental health disorders and substance abuse often go hand in hand. In many cases, it is not clear whether mental health causes substance abuse or vice versa. However, the two often occur together. This is particularly true in the case of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). About 50-60% of people who have PTSD also suffer from substance abuse. The comorbidity of PTSD and substance abuse can make it very difficult for the affected person to recover fully.

Drug Rehabilitation with Pain management

There are many causes of chronic pain – injury, accident, or illness. One of the biggest healthcare crisis of our times is the opioid abuse crisis. Opioids are typically prescribed for severe and/or chronic pain, to which the patient ultimately develops tolerance and becomes addicted. … Read more

7 Tools to Beat Addiction

Substance abuse is a serious mental issue. Addiction can be of various types and can get extremely challenging to get rid of. Let’s review some of the most useful tools that can be used to overcome addiction.