Dating in addiction recovery can be very beneficial to the recovery experience, but it can also cause a major setback or relapse if the relationship causes additional stress. Addiction recovery is about focusing on your own needs, and a relationship can sometimes interfere with that process. There are ways that you can build a healthy…
Alcoholism tears families apart. People in households with active alcoholics are more likely to suffer from depression and other mental health issues. Alcoholism causes people to treat others — even people they love — in ways they’d never dream of. Attending a Portland rehab center can help people get the assistance they need in order…
Getting help for substance abuse is very valuable. One of the ways to get good advice is through interaction with others who are facing the same issues. Substance abuse group therapy activities can be an essential part of that interaction. While experts recommend individual therapy, many people who are facing substance abuse issues enjoy their…
When it comes to pain relief, doctors prescribe few drugs more than Vicodin and Percocet. What some people don’t know is that there are different versions of Vicodin, including Vicoprofen. Since they aren’t as familiar with this pain-relieving medication, they often debate the effectiveness of Vicoprofen vs Percocet. Which one works better, which one is…
Schizophrenia is a profound and complex brain condition that affects how people relate to the world around them. Symptoms of schizophrenia include delusions, disorganized speech, hallucinations, trouble thinking, and extreme lack of motivation. This mental health condition affects the structure and functioning of a few essential systems in the brain. These include the prefrontal and…
Addiction is lonely, desolate, and dangerous when left untreated. People who depend on dangerous drugs can sometimes avoid an overdose, but the effects of certain drugs will eventually take their toll in the long run. No matter how far you’ve fallen, we want you to know that there is hope. Addiction treatment programs at Crestview…
When you are facing addiction, or you know someone who is, you often realize that there are a lot of labels that get placed on people who struggle with addiction. Fortunately, it is possible to overcome labels in recovery and the way they can make you feel. What you need is a beautiful place to…
Many sober group activities are included in a group therapy program that is a part of an all-encompassing addiction treatment plan. While some people may feel afraid to open up to others during therapy, they soon discover the benefits of different life perspectives while developing long-lasting, supportive friendships. An addiction group therapy program is an…
Finishing a drug treatment program is a major accomplishment, but you may have lasting damage caused by drug and alcohol abuse. Healing after drug abuse is challenging. How do you heal the damage that these substances have caused? At our drug rehab center in Portland, we understand that total recovery goes beyond just eliminating drugs…
We all feel angry once in a while. It is a natural emotion that we feel from time to time in certain situations and it can help prepare our bodies for a stressful experience. In some men and women, it may feel like they are angry all the time and are unable to feel any…