Over the past few years, we have seen a sharp increase in the use of synthetic drugs – now more than ever before. The problem with these substances is that unlike traditional narcotics, they are unregulated and often times their contents and effects can be [...]
Cognitive-behavioral therapy for addiction is a form of mental health treatment pioneered at the University of Pennsylvania in 1960. Over the last few decades, a cognitive-behavioral therapy program has been effective in helping individuals who suffer from a substance use disorder get their start on [...]
Making the difficult decision to seek substance abuse treatment for your drug or alcohol use is the critical first step in recovery. Admitting that you have a problem and need professional addiction counseling to solve it is also the most crucial step in this process. [...]
Chronic pain is common in those suffering from drug addiction. This pain often leads to an abuse of prescriptions medications as a last-ditch attempt to feel better physically. What might be less obvious is that misalignments in the spine interfere with the normal functioning of [...]
Stress is part of everyday life. Over time, you try to build coping skills, but sometimes circumstances become too hard. It might be because of emotional pain tied to a specific event -- something so enormous that it turns your life upside down. When this [...]
You often hear the words "chemical imbalances" associated with addiction and mental health. Knowing what this term means is a great help in understanding many psychiatric conditions. Chemical imbalances happen when the brain has either too many or too few neurotransmitters. These neurotransmitters are natural [...]
Watching someone, you love fall prey to addiction can be an overwhelming experience. This person you care about may have become scantily recognizable and now seems to care less about you, your feelings, and your concern for them. It can be tempting to turn away, [...]
When searching for the best opiate addiction rehab center, there are several things you should look for to ensure you or your loved one receives the opiate addiction treatment necessary to make a full recovery. Learn how our opiate rehab Georgia can help you overcome [...]
The benefits of group therapy are many. However, what is group therapy? Let's find out. Group therapy delivers a form of therapy to multiple people at one time. Group sizes vary, but typically remain at ten or less. Support groups may be the sole element [...]
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a form of behavioral therapy used in treating many substance abuse and mental health disorders. It is similar to cognitive-behavioral therapy. However, it has a slightly different focus because it is geared toward addressing extreme emotional issues and relational problems. [...]
At Georgia Addiction Treatment Center, we understand that every person struggling with addiction is unique. That means that every person’s path to recovery must be unique as well. With more than 40 million Americans suffering at the hand of addiction, it is more important than ever that we address this crisis head-on.
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