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    Your Guide to In-Network Cigna Rehab Centers

    Welcome to the First Step If you’re reading this, you’re already on the path to recovery. It’s a tough journey, but you don’t have to walk it alone. At 12…

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    The Unique Risks of Mental Illness in Young Adults

    According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) website, “Millions of young adults are living with a mental or substance use disorder and many either do not realize they have one or are not paying attention to the signs and not seeking help.” Likewise, millions of young adults are exposed to intense…

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    What Are the Risks of Turning to Alcohol to Treat Social Anxiety?

    Social anxiety can make it difficult to enjoy public events and even short lunch dates with family and friends. This mental health condition can interfere with many aspects of an individual’s life. Some people may turn to alcohol to treat social anxiety. After all, friends may suggest drinking to relax a little, which makes it…

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    How Family Dynamics Can Influence Substance Abuse

    Family dynamics play a major role in substance abuse. Patterns like conflict, enabling, or lack of support can influence addiction risk and affect long-term recovery success.

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    Are People With OCD More Likely to Develop Alcohol Use Disorder?

    Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can dominate an individual’s daily life. For some individuals, reoccurring thoughts, obsessions, and ritualistic behaviors can be quite time-consuming. The symptoms related to OCD can feel overwhelming. Depending on the severity of an individual’s condition, some individuals choose to self-medicate with alcohol. Therefore, a person with OCD is more likely to develop…

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    How Case Management Supports Reintegration Into Life Outside of Treatment

    Individuals participating in intensive addiction treatment programs have unlimited access to peer and professional support for the duration of their program. While this is an incredible benefit, clients in treatment programs can feel daunted by the thought of completing treatment. Clients may fear that they won’t function well without professional support and accountability. In these…

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    How Can Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?

    When people experience trauma and don’t address the psychological impact, this can be detrimental to their long-term mental health. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can significantly impact an individual, affecting all areas of their lives. This includes their ability to accomplish daily tasks and their relationships with family and friends. The negative symptoms associated with this…

  • group of men and women taking a hike in nature showcasing how adventure therapy can build confidence in sobriety

    Using Adventure Therapy to Build Confidence in Sobriety

    Confidence is something we all struggle with from time to time. However, for those in early recovery, achieving and maintaining confidence in one’s sobriety can be particularly daunting. One of the many ways individuals can resolve low confidence is by participating in self-growth activities during treatment. More specifically, by using adventure therapy during addiction treatment,…

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    How Can Dialectical Behavior Therapy Help Treat Paranoid Personality Disorder?

    Paranoid Personality Disorder (PPD) is marked by intense mistrust, hypervigilance, and difficulty forming healthy relationships. This article explores its symptoms, causes, and treatment options—along with guidance on how to communicate with and support someone living with PPD.

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    Effective Treatment Modalities for Treating Trauma and PTSD

    Discover the top treatments for healing trauma and PTSD, including therapy, medication, and holistic approaches that promote emotional recovery and long-term mental wellness.

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    How Can Drinking Alcohol Make PTSD Symptoms Worse?

    Living with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) without professional support can be overwhelming. Depending on the severity of one’s condition, It is common for individuals to self-medicate with drugs or alcohol to mask their symptoms. Unfortunately, drinking alcohol can intensify an individual’s symptoms, potentially worsening their mental health. Many risks arise from self-medicating with alcohol to…

  • Female therapist leading a group therapy session with three participants seated in a supportive recovery environment, discussing addiction treatment after detox

    Why Participation in an Addiction Treatment Program Is Necessary Following Detoxification

    Achieving lasting recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and addiction requires participation in a professional addiction treatment program. Before an individual with SUD can participate in treatment effectively, however, they must first rid their bodies of the remnants of toxic substances through detoxification services. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception that detox is a standalone…

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    How Can PPD Affect Relationships?

    It is difficult to live with a personality disorder. There are many personality disorders, and one that’s lesser-known is paranoid personality disorder (PPD). An individual with this mental health condition may present odd and eccentric behaviors. The symptoms associated with the condition can feel mentally disabling and can severely impact an individual’s social existence. One…

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    Fighting Fentanyl: Understanding the Fentanyl Crisis

    Alcohol and drug use have many inherent health risks and dangers. Understanding these dangers is imperative not only for those who use drugs and their loved ones but also for everyone. Substance use impacts the lives of people everywhere. Currently, our nation is facing an opioid epidemic and associated fentanyl crisis. This epidemic is triggering…

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    How Can Structural Family Therapy Benefit Individuals With SUD?

    Substance use disorder (SUD) not only affects the individual with addiction but their surroundings as well. Parents, spouses, and children may all be negatively impacted by an individual’s addictive behaviors. This can be especially so if one has been diagnosed with a co-occurring mental health condition. Structural family therapy can help everyone involved better understand…

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    Using Sober Living to Effectively Transition Out of Residential Treatment

    Residential treatment is a form of inpatient care that requires individuals to reside in a designated facility as they participate in their treatment program. This type of treatment program is especially valuable for those working to overcome the challenges of substance use disorder (SUD) as well as other mental health disorders. Once a person completes…

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    What Are the Benefits of Relapse Prevention to Help Cocaine Addiction?

    Cocaine is a dangerous and potentially deadly illegal drug. Living with cocaine addiction without receiving professional treatment can be detrimental to an individual’s mental and physical health. Cocaine addiction can negatively affect many different aspects of an individual’s life. A person may use cocaine to gain confidence, increase energy, and create euphoric effects, which can…

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