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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…
Addiction Treatment Articles
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Challenging the Stigmas Associated With the LGBTQIA Community
In life, it can be difficult to figure out your interests and dislikes. For example, which music is preferred, what groups to be a part of and socialize with, trial and error with sports leagues, and finding the most comfortable yet hip style of clothing to wear. Every individual faces these challenges. However, others may…
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Adventure Therapy for Teens
Do you remember playing outdoors as a kid and feeling a thrill of happiness all day? Rain, snow, or shine, there always seemed to be something to do. As a child, your imagination can run for miles. A burst of creativity that came with adventure made every day special. Those days do not have to…
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Sober Living After a DUI
It has been almost a year since you received your DUI. You are still in the adjustment phase and are trying your hardest every day to stay sober. Drinking and driving under the influence was a dreadful mistake, but you are now moving forward. The fees are almost paid off. You spent your time in…
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The Benefits of Yoga on Mental Health
Chronic stress associated with mental illness can be detrimental to an individual’s health. Some people find stress relief from a big nap, binge-watching television, or listening to music. These, when used in moderation, are relatively healthy coping mechanisms. However, when used in excess, they become harmful. In unhealthier situations, a person might use substances or…
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What Is an Iop Program, and How Can It Help Young Adults?
An IOP program can be highly beneficial for young adults facing addiction challenges. Not many people understand the benefits of this method of treatment, but it can come with many perks. Learn about Outpatient Treatment and the various benefits in this article.
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What Is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and How Can It Help?
Do you experience intense emotions you struggle to manage? Maybe you have difficulty facing the everyday stress that comes from your mental health illness or have repetitive conflict in relationships with your spouse, friends, or family? Find out how DBT Therapy can help.
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How to Help a Loved One With Major Depression
Witnessing a loved one facing challenges with symptoms of major depression alone can be heartbreaking. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of depression and strategies for support.
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Benefits of Art Therapy
Finding ways to cope with mental illness can be overwhelming. Learn more about Art Therapy and how it may help individuals struggling with various mental health issues.
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What Are the 4 Stages of Addiction?
Discover how addiction progresses as we take a look at the four stages of addiction and what they entail in this insightful guide from 12 South Recovery.
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How to Help Someone You Love Who Has an Addiction
Is your loved one struggling with substance abuse, but you don’t know what to do? Discover healthy ways to help someone with an addiction in this guide.
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Why Mental Health Disorders Co-Occur With Substance Abuse
Why do mental health disorders and substance use disorders occur together? Uncover the link between the two and contact 12 South Recovery for support today.
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The Big Role of Mental Health in Addiction & Recovery
Over 20 Million Americans struggling with co-occurring Addiction and Mental Health Issues. Learn more about dual diagnosis and how it is treated.
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12 Tips to Cope with Stress in Recovery
If you’re trying to stay sober, being able to cope with daily stressors effectively could be the difference between maintaining sobriety and falling back into old habits. Here are 12 great tips for managing daily stress in recovery.
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Top Signs of Addictive Personalities Contributing to Substance Abuse
Addictive personalities can manifest in many ways, but when it leads to substance abuse, there can be negative and even life-threatening consequences.
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Alcohol and Depression: Does Alcohol Make You Depressed?
If you think alcohol makes you depressed, you have good reason to think so. Alcohol itself is a depressant, even if at first it doesn’t seem so. Learn about the various links between alcohol and depression.
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7 Reasons Out-Of-State Drug Rehab Makes Sense
Getting help for alcohol or drug addiction is hard, but going to out-of-state drug rehab comes with some advantages. We’ll go over seven reasons why a facility out of state may be your best choice.
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