6 Benefits of an Alumni ProgramAddiction Treatment, RehabBy Andrea BakerJuly 27, 2020Millions of Americans are battling addiction. When it comes to recovery, attending a rehab program is not enough for many. Because the journey to sobriety is a never-ending process, one should get acquainted with the benefits of an alumni program in Dallas, TX to ensure your success. What Is an Alumni Program? When someone has…
Drinking and Social MediaAddiction Treatment, alcohol addictionBy Andrea BakerJuly 22, 2020Social media started in the early 2000s and has now eclipsed almost 3 billion users, roughly a third of the world’s population in 2020. Unfortunately, the unprecedented rise of social media has led to a new set of unique problems and controversies, one of which is the relationship between drinking and social media. Social media…
Wine Mom Culturealcohol addiction, mental healthBy Andrea BakerJuly 20, 2020Wine is a common alcoholic option for relaxing at the end of the day. However, consuming too much can result in many health issues and addiction. The wine mom culture that has started uses wine as a way to unwind but condones drinking many glasses in a single evening. Although primarily known among Westerners, the…
Mixing Benzos and Alcohol Is Dangerousalcohol addiction, drug addictionBy Andrea BakerJuly 13, 2020A wide array of medications gives warnings about not using them with alcohol. This is because alcohol is a psychoactive substance that can trigger effects on the mind and body, and it can interact with medications that also act on the body’s systems. If you want to learn more about the health risk of combining…
Dangers of Mixing SubstancesAddiction Treatment, drug addictionBy Andrea BakerJuly 6, 2020Mixing substances has become a rising public health concern globally, especially in more affluent communities. Drugs such as alcohol or prescription medications can be harmful when taken in larger and unregulated doses. Responsible consumption is critical to minimize risk, but when drugs are taken in combination with other substances, there are greater risks involved. There…
What Is Polysubstance Abuse?Addiction Treatment, drug addiction, drugsBy Andrea BakerJuly 1, 2020Polysubstance abuse is a well-known concept in the medical field but is often overlooked in the public domain. Drugs have been used for many generations worldwide, and addiction treatment and rehabilitation have been developed to combat the adverse effects of drug abuse. However, mixing and consuming different types of drugs can lead to unexpected and,…
Anxiety During a Pandemicmental healthBy Andrea BakerJune 29, 2020Anxiety during a pandemic runs rampant. As many are seeing right now in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic, anxiety can happen to anyone. But many don’t realize mental health treatment is readily available. Anxiety treatment is a process and it is hard for many people to wrap their minds around what is going on…
How to Cope When You are Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spousemental healthBy Andrea BakerJune 22, 2020Quarantined with an Alcoholic Spouse As the coronavirus sweeps across our nation and we must adapt to stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines, that wreaks havoc on the lives of many. Not only are we trying to figure out new work and school routines, but we also must learn new ways to shop for essentials…
About Coping with Loneliness During Quarantinemental healthBy Andrea BakerJune 15, 2020Coping with Loneliness During Quarantine Even if you are not going through addiction recovery, sheltering in place and social distancing both take an emotional toll. This reality is especially true if you must develop these coping mechanisms while living alone. Learning how to be okay with being alone includes many challenges, particularly for those in…
How to Fill Your Time Sober in Quarantine with Social Activitiesmental health, RehabBy Andrea BakerJune 10, 2020How to Fill Your Time Sober in Quarantine The idea of social activities while social distancing requirement is in place might seem contradictory. However, when you are looking for how to fill your time sober in quarantine, social activities are optimal. When you participate in activities such as the ones we outline in this guide,…
