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How Can Motivational Interviewing (MI) Help My Recovery?

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Experiencing ambivalence throughout recovery is normal. However, when these feelings are left unaddressed, they can hinder your ability to establish and maintain lasting sobriety. Fortunately, many treatment centers offer a variety of treatment approaches, such as motivational interviewing (MI). MI helps resolve ambivalence and encourages a flexible mindset needed to establish lasting change. If you […]

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How Does Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Affect the Brain?

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Substance use disorders (SUDs) are complex disorders of the brain, with addiction being the most severe form of SUD. These disorders range in severity and intensity, affecting every individual differently. However, what all SUDs have in common is that they affect an individual’s brain and behavior in long-lasting ways. While it is often common knowledge

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What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

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The National Institue of Mental Health (NIMH) defines obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as a “common, chronic, and long-lasting disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, recurring thoughts (”obsessions”) and/or behaviors (“compulsions” that he or she feels the urge to repeat over and over.” Many people may assume that OCD develops from a dire need to be

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What Is the Key to Long-Term Recovery?

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Findings from the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH) conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) revealed that nearly 35 million adults received mental health treatment in 2015. However, results from the 2020 NSDUH revealed that more than 41.4 million adults received mental health treatment in 2019. These

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Is EMDR Right for You?

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When seeking recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) and other mental health disorders, it is common for individuals to become overwhelmed by the number of treatment programs available. Fortunately, treatment facilities often offer several different types of treatment programs, offering clients access to an abundance of therapeutic interventions. Psychotherapy is often utilized in tandem with

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Challenging the Stigmas Associated With the LGBTQIA Community

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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

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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

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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

Articles, Health and Wellness, Mental Health / By 12 South Recovery

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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Young adults stand outside their outpatient treatment program chatting with each other.

What Is an Iop Program, and How Can It Help Young Adults?

Articles, Intensive Outpatient Program / By 12 South Recovery

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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