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30 Recovery Movies About Addiction

Holistic Treatment, Recovery / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Movies about addiction serve as powerful tools to address and explore the multifaceted nature of substance use and addictive behaviors. With a warm and empathetic approach, these films are created to raise awareness, promote understanding, and inspire hope in people on the path to recovery. By presenting relatable stories and depicting the struggles and triumphs

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Substance Use Group Therapy Activities Can Help You Succeed

Holistic Treatment, Recovery, Rehabilitation, Substance Use, therapy / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Getting help for substance use is very valuable. One of the ways to get good advice is through interaction with others who are facing the same issues. Substance use group therapy activities can be an essential part of that interaction. While experts recommend individual therapy, many people who are facing substance use issues enjoy their

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What is Biofeedback Therapy?

Drug Addiction, Holistic Treatment, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Thanks to advancements in technology and a higher understanding of substance use and addiction, multiple programs can treat addiction. One example is a biofeedback therapy program. However, what is biofeedback therapy, and how does it help? The name alone is enough to cause confusion. What Is Biofeedback Therapy Recovery? A lot goes into understanding biofeedback

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How Can Meditation Help with Anxiety?

Anxiety, Depression, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Meditation for anxiety offers men and women a natural way to stop panicky feelings and racing thoughts that are common with anxiety. It has proven to be effective in reducing many anxiety symptoms and can be used in tense situations to focus your thoughts and complete the task at hand. Meditation therapy is just one

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Dependent Personality Disorder Treatment

Dual Diagnosis, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Mental Health Treatment / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

When in addiction treatment, you may learn that you've been self-medicating undiagnosed mental illness through drug or alcohol abuse. This is common. However, by learning what your root mental issues are, you can learn how to enjoy greater stability in your life without substance use. Quality addiction rehab programs provide mental health treatment for these

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What Is Art Therapy?

Addiction Therapy, Holistic Treatment, Rehabilitation, therapy / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

At Crestview Recovery, we use art therapy for addiction recovery and as a tool to aid the psychological aspect of recovery. It allows you to tap into your creative and intuitive sides. Then, you can use these attributes to regulate emotions and heal your body and mind. Encouraging creativity promotes healing, communication, and emotion regulation.

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Holistic Approach to Addiction Recovery

Holistic Treatment, Recovery, therapy / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

There are many different ways to approach addiction recovery. Medical, evidence-based therapies are often the foundation for treatment. However, a holistic approach can also be helpful for patients. Explore the benefits of holistic treatment for addiction recovery. Would you like to learn more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531 for more information.

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Yoga Therapy for Addiction Recovery

Addiction Therapy, Aftercare, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

There are numerous treatment methods for substance use and addiction. Most rehab centers use traditional methods. However, more are starting to use alternative and holistic therapies to complement those methods. These therapies provide individuals who want to recover with the tools that they need to achieve and maintain recovery. Take a look at what yoga

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Hypnosis for Addictions

Addiction, Holistic Treatment, Rehabilitation / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

People can take many different approaches to overcome addiction. However, there is no form of treatment that is a one-size-fits-all proposition. In other words, there's no one therapy that is appropriate for everyone. While there are many fine traditional options available, holistic treatment methods can work better for some people. One example is a hypnotherapy

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Man Learns About Chemical Imbalances from Therapist

How Chemical Imbalances Work

Addiction Therapy, Holistic Treatment, Mental Health, Substance Use / Dave Cundiff, MD, MPH, FASAM

Everyone is born with chemicals in their brain called neurotransmitters. Some of these neurotransmitter chemicals make us feel happier, and some make us feel more energetic. When we don't have enough of some of these chemicals, we may feel tired, down, or lacking in energy. Some people even experience a brain chemical imbalance, which can

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