Benzodiazepines, also called benzos, are a class of drugs typically used to treat anxiety and panic disorders. They work by depressing the central nervous system, which leads to a feeling of calmness. While they are effective at treating anxiety in the short term, they can be addictive and cause serious side effects. If you or…
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If you’re looking for an outpatient treatment program in Jacksonville, FL, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the options available to you. You may not know what to look for in a program or the benefits each one offers. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the key things to look for when choosing an…
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Residential trauma treatment centers offer hope and healing to those who have experienced trauma. If you are struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event, seeking help from a residential treatment center may be the best decision you ever make. These centers provide a safe and supportive environment where you can begin to heal and…
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It’s no secret that addiction is a serious problem in our society. Addiction can affect anyone and can cause severe damage to both an individual’s physical and mental health. Overcoming addiction is one of the most challenging things a human being can go through, which is why great treatment programs are essential. But what if…
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We often intensely resist the state of being vulnerable. Some even have a deep-seated fear of it. Vulnerability: the quality or state of being exposed to the possibility of being attacked or harmed, either physically or emotionally. Hating vulnerability makes sense in moments where we’re physically at risk — in the jungle, you wouldn’t want…
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Addiction is a complex and chronic disease, and recovery is an ongoing process that requires a multifaceted approach. Substance abuse programs that integrate holistic treatment into standard methods are an essential complement to more traditional techniques. Holistic refers to that which is whole. Holistic approaches to treatments work to unify disparate parts and create harmony…
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Addiction is a complex disease, and navigating recovery is an ongoing process that requires a multifaceted approach. Navigating the transition to sobriety, treatment, and rebuilding a life can be stressful. Substance abuse programs provide case management, make the transition easier and allow the person in recovery to focus on healing and rebuilding rather than administration,…
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Addiction affects family members as profoundly as it affects the person experiencing a substance use disorder. Often, by the time a person begins looking into substance abuse programs for their loved one, the situation has escalated to the point of crisis harming more than just the person experiencing addiction. Sophros Recovery provides a variety of…
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While relationships are often the most evolutionary aspects of our lives, they can also be the most complicated. They can tear up the past while recreating the future; they can rip us away from a self-image we used to love and leave us picking up the pieces of a confusing new identity. When your emotional…
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Motivational interviewing (MI) in substance use disorder (SUD) treatment is a powerful tool for creating stronger alignment between therapists and their clients. Too often, SUD patients experience loss-of-personhood throughout their treatment. Stigma and stereotypes position therapists to assume they will have to spearhead SUD clients’ health, and/or make philosophical decisions on their behalf. These practitioners…
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