Post-traumatic stress disorder is impacting more Americans than ever. In fact, PTSD United says that 24.4 million adults are suffering right now. This serious mental illness makes daily life very difficult. Specifically, it causes scary flashbacks, dreams, and visions that leave people shaken. Over time, individuals with PTSD become increasingly depressed by haunting memories. Thus,…
Confronting substance use disorder offers Portland residents hope for the future. Treating the mental health and physical issues related to drug and alcohol use may seem overwhelming, but sobriety is within your reach. The best way to plan for the future is to take care of present responsibilities and mental health concerns. At Crestview Recovery,…
Self-care is an important part of addiction recovery. Recognizing your physical, emotional, and mental health needs allow you to create the ideal situation for recovery. Yet, that’s not always easy to do on your own. Group therapy and self-care often work hand-in-hand. When you have a group of people who can help you to see…
Breaking bad habits and forming new ones is a good strategy for long-term addiction recovery. Often times, habits form without any type of planning. You may make promises to yourself to stop these habits, but over time, your willpower decreases. That can limit your motivation to keep going. Yet, there are strategies to help you to…
Addiction is a progressive condition, meaning you will be managing the symptoms for the remainder of your life. Managing an addiction gets easier in time if you follow certain precautions. Attending rehab doesn’t mean that people have received a cure for addiction. Contrary to popular belief, even the best drug rehab in Portland, OR will…
Do you engage in social media as a way to stay in contact with friends and family? Are you struggling to realize that you are going to need residential treatment programs and be away from all of your friends and family? Social media and recovery can work together to give you the support you need. At Crestview…
The unpredictability of addiction means it impacts everyone in different ways. We now know that men and women have unique struggles when it comes to substance abuse. Progress in understanding those differences have led to the creation of programs meant to help both genders manage those variations and provide the most effective care. Crestview Recovery’s…
Will you be able to work after drug and alcohol treatment? How will you manage the stress you are under at work? When it comes to working after rehab, it is possible to not only get help so you can work again, but it is also possible to have the confidence you need to thrive. The…
Is staying sober during holidays your priority this year? The holidays are meant to be a time of joy and thankfulness. You may be thankful this year that you’re sober and ready to take in the experience in a positive and uplifting manner. For men and women in recovery, the holidays themselves can be a trigger for…
Making the decision to enter drug and alcohol addiction treatment is one of the most important of your life. If you’re struggling with addiction, you need one-on-one professional help to allow you to enter onto a path of recovery. But, how long recovery takes is a hard number to put your finger on. There are many…