By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 24, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 When speaking of addiction, many have heard of a 12-Step program like Alcoholics Anonymous, perhaps one of the oldest and most influential models in treating addiction. This peer-based program provides an anonymous, supportive, and safe place to share feelings and experiences that are associated…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 20, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 Addiction, unfortunately, results in damaging life, health, relationships, and the capabilities of an addict. With growing awareness of addiction, there have been more comprehensive approaches to help people understand this condition. Rebuilding relationships in recovery is a great way to garner support. A family…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 16, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 Remorse and regret are feelings associated with addictive patterns. Addiction makes those abusing alcohol or substances believe that they will never be happy or confident without using. When dealing with the negative thought patterns that occur in addiction, you begin to become disconnected from…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 12, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 Recovery is an ongoing process that never ends. Completing rehab does not indicate that your journey to sobriety is finished. For some with a substance abuse disorder, this may take time to grasp fully. Rehab is a profound time in recovery when you can…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 8, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 Family therapy indicates that individuals of a family seek counseling together as a group. This type of therapy focuses on family dynamics and interactions. It explores conflicts, communication, and patterns within a family system. When a family member is facing addiction, feelings of worry…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: July 4, 2021 Updated: June 30, 2021 For those in recovery, it’s essential to take each challenge one day at a time, which can be challenging. With Independence Day approaching, people in recovery may find themselves in a difficult situation in regards to celebrating a sober holiday. Fourth of July activities…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: June 30, 2021 Updated: June 28, 2021 Like other mental health conditions, addiction rarely only affects the person struggling with substance abuse. It also impacts their friends and family, damaging the trust and communication the family already had in place and impacting the dynamics at large. If your family member is…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: June 25, 2021 Updated: June 28, 2021 Loneliness is one of the emotions we associate with negativity. We don’t want to feel it, so we reject it and do whatever we can not to have to feel it. For many of us, it can be a driving factor behind our addictions.…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: June 20, 2021 Updated: June 28, 2021 Suboxone is commonly used to treat opioid dependence and abuse. It is prescribed by a doctor and contains the active ingredients naloxone and buprenorphine. These block the bodies’ opioid receptors and prevent opioid effects from being experienced. They also prevent usually prevent suboxone abuse.…
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By BayviewRecovery BayviewRecovery Published: June 15, 2021 Updated: June 28, 2021 Heroin use has quadrupled in the last decade, and the increase has affected all demographic groups. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has acknowledged this as an epidemic commonly known as the opioid crisis. Providing safe, accessible, and effective treatment nationwide is of dire…
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