Can journaling in recovery help you? Addiction recovery is a process with numerous steps and many curves. During this process, you will need to work on healing yourself and dealing with complex emotions. Journaling may help to give you some guidance and support as you go through this process. It also can help you express…
Are you battling a substance use disorder? Do you feel as though you have developed depression from using drugs or alcohol? If so, you may not be alone. Many people wonder about the connection between substance abuse and depression. At Crestview Recovery, we provide comprehensive drug and alcohol treatment to our clients. This also includes…
Depression is a disease that can spread without warning and cause real suffering in a person’s life. Overcoming these issues takes a lot of personal concentration. To do this, you must understand the signs of depression. The following guide will help you understand whether you are suffering through depression, whether this disease has affected your…
When addiction strikes, you may find yourself researching various types of treatment options. For example, you’ve heard about dual diagnosis but don’t know if this care option is right for you. As a result, you keep asking, “Do I need dual diagnosis treatment?” instead of just getting treatment. Thankfully, we are here to help. We…
For anyone asking the question of what is dual diagnosis treatment, Crestview Recovery has the answers. It’s important to understand the terms when you’re considering treatment. You want to find the kind of support and guidance that’s going to be right for your needs and situation. We want to make sure you not only get the right…
When it comes to life issues that are linked or tied together, people often point to mental health and substance abuse. That isn’t always the case, and it’s not true for everyone, but it’s pretty commonly seen. Generally, it happens because a mental health issue like depression or anxiety leads to trying to find ways…
Depression and drug abuse often go hand-in-hand, and you can’t treat one without the other. Many people find that they find themselves slipping into depression during bouts of drug abuse, or they feel that they cannot manage their depression successfully without drugs. Here’s what you need to know about the treatment of these two illnesses.…
What causes PTSD? Post-traumatic stress disorder develops if you have experienced a traumatic or life-threatening situation that triggers a “flight or fight” response. While some people never recover from a traumatic event, recovery is possible with the right treatment. PTSD causes can range from military combat and car accidents to abuse, assault, or witnessing a…
Parenting can be one of the most difficult tasks a person ever has. It doesn’t end when your child turns eighteen, either. We all want what is best for our children but realize that after a certain age, we can only hope the lessons we have taught stick with our children. We no longer have…