Addiction is a mental illness that affects millions of Americans every day. Described as a “chronic, relapsing brain disease,” people with addiction seek drug and alcohol despite the harm it brings. Education is essential to prevent more cases of substance abuse disorder. Seek the education [...]
What are the types of trauma associated with addiction? Trauma is a contributing factor in the development of many forms of addiction. Often, people abuse alcohol and other drugs because of an underlying mental issue. Drugs and alcohol are how many people deal with shame, [...]
Mental illness can be overwhelming, not only for those affected but also for their loved ones. If coupled with substance abuse, it is even more challenging. When mental illness and substance abuse overlap, it comprises what mental health experts call a co-occurring disorder that is [...]
Unraveling the mysteries of our psyche is never easy. Deep-seated emotions hide within us and drive our behaviors, without us even realizing it. This is a phenomenon that plays out in the connection between childhood trauma and addiction Studies suggest that childhood traumas play a [...]
The concept of codependency is often talked about as a major factor in relationships. It can be particularly acute in relationships involving substance abuse. Partners of people with substance abuse can easily fall into the trap of enabling their loved one’s destructive behaviors. That makes [...]
Nothing in life is as constant as change. And when life shifts to take you down a different road, you can feel overwhelmed. For some people, the only recourse is to turn to drugs or alcohol. One way of avoiding this pitfall: Develop coping skills. [...]
The phrase “mental illness” still carries a stigma. It suggests a person who has lost complete touch with normal life. The truth is, though, mental illness is silently around us. What are the types of mental illness? One of the major concerns with all types [...]
Completing therapy for substance abuse takes courage and commitment. It’s not a fast process. You will need to work hard to reverse the effects of drug and alcohol use. And you will need something that might for the moment seem in short supply: Patience. How [...]
The inherent challenge in addiction -- and, really in life as well -- is learning how to stop addictive behaviors. But that’s easier said than done and is sometimes not totally in your control. Addiction alters the balance of chemicals in your brain -- essentially [...]
No one sets out with the intention of falling into the trap of addiction. Often it happens through forces that are well beyond our control. No matter the reason, when substance use turns into a disorder, it’s time to seek addiction help from a professional [...]
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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