A commitment to overcoming addiction and locating the appropriate treatment program is essential for a healthy recovery. Some people find that outpatient treatment provides the flexibility they desire with the moderate level of support they need. However, others may need more intensive support to help them resist temptation, fight cravings, and keep their sights set…
Most people experience periods of extreme stress, low mood, anxious thoughts, and overwhelm at one time or another. When life brings you down, how do you handle it? Do you reach out to a trusted friend or therapist or reach for a pill or bottle? Alcohol or drug use is a typical response to emotional…
It is fairly common for someone with a drug or alcohol use disorder to have a co-occurring disorder like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, or depression. These mental health conditions must be addressed during addiction treatment to reduce the risk of relapse. Addiction counseling programs help people work through the mental and emotional issues that…
Hundreds of millions of people in the United States experience trauma at least once in their lifetime. Anxiety-related symptoms are particularly common with trauma, so you may not realize you are dealing with trauma if you have already been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder. Have you noticed that your anxiety symptoms have intensified after a…
The best addiction treatment programs must treat all areas of a person’s life to help sustain recovery. Many people begin to use substance abuse due to mental health disorders like anxiety and depression and everyday problems like chronic stress and relationship struggles. Without the proper coping skills, a person may opt to self-medicate to relieve…
Millions of people in the United States respond to life stressors by self-medicating with drugs or alcohol. This reaction is often due to a lack of the appropriate coping skills to deal with chronic stress, grief, trauma, or mental health conditions like depression and anxiety. Substance abuse is a common method to help numb the…
Substance use disorder (SUD) not only affects the person struggling with addiction, but it can also impact those close to that person. Partners, children, siblings, and parents can all suffer from a loved one’s dependence on drugs or alcohol. With the help of a family therapy program as part of addiction treatment, you and your…
Recovering from drug or alcohol addiction is a considerable feat, but there are several ways you can make this goal your reality. Having the right resources can make the difference between lasting recovery and continually relapsing. One of the most valuable resources you can have is peer support in recovery. There are various options for…
Mental health conditions are surprisingly common in the United States, although many people do not seek treatment for them. Medication and psychotherapy are some of the most effective treatments for managing mental health disorders. However, more mental health professionals now realize the benefits of alternative therapies like yoga therapy. At Serenity House Detox & Recovery Houston, we…
People drink alcohol for various reasons, including relaxing, unwinding, and being social. Many people enjoy the stimulating effects of drinking small to moderate amounts of alcohol, such as being more talkative or energized. This may lead you to believe that alcohol is a stimulant, but on the contrary, it is classified as a depressant or…