Woman who knows how to quit drinking

How to Quit Drinking Safely

Wanting to quit drinking and knowing how to quit drinking are two very different things. While there are plenty of suggestions for people struggling with alcoholism, not all of those suggestions are helpful, effective, or even safe. Use this guide if you’re serious about fighting back against alcohol addiction and striving toward lifelong sobriety. Do…

A woman secretly wondering, "Am I an enabler?"

Am I An Enabler?

The term “enabler” is a catch-all phrase for anyone who supports, condones, or catalyzes bad or uncommon behavior in others. The term “enabler” is most often associated with high-profile substance use and addiction. It can also apply to individuals who enable other types of potentially destructive behavior. So how can you answer the question, “am…

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Equine Therapy and the Benefits To Addiction Recovery

Come to an excellent holistic rehab in Portland, OR where you can dedicate your time to getting well and putting your addiction behind you. When you’re here, you can experience something remarkable in addiction treatment: equine therapy. Need to know more about addiction therapy programs? Call us today at 866.262.0531. What Is Equine Therapy? Equine…

What is EMDR therapy?

What is EMDR Therapy?

EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing. It’s an integrative form of psychotherapy. This therapy helps people who are dealing with intrusive memories. Frequently, these individuals try to repress the memories of certain events, which won’t work. To dull the feelings and thoughts, someone might try to achieve a high. Some individuals choose mind-altering…

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PTSD Symptoms in Women

Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, affects more than just veterans. According to the Sidran Institute, 13 million Americans have PTSD at any given time. As such, knowing the common PTSD symptoms is important for anyone to know. Below is some information you may find useful. If you are struggling with PTSD, Crestview Recovery offers primary…