There are many reasons why men and women experience anxiety in recovery. First, it’s common to experience anxiety in the withdrawal and detoxification phase of early recovery. During that time the body, and the brain, are learning how to find its homeostasis again. As the body learns how to function without the excessive presence of …

There are a handful of mental illnesses that come with psychosis as a major symptom. For instance, extreme depression can include psychosis. Post Traumatic Stress Disorder can also include psychosis. And of course, schizophrenia is a psychotic illness, with symptoms of hallucinations and delusions.  Some people are fortunate enough to not suffer from these mental …

A recent study done by Florida Atlantic University (FAU) showed that certain spiritual factors in one’s life are associated with alcohol abuse and drug addiction. According to the study, these same factors can contribute to other mental health problems, such as anxiety and depression, as well. Previous studies have already been shown that the kind …

Some struggling addicts want to bring their addiction to an end themselves. They may not want to face the challenges of treatment or they may not have the money to afford the costly expenses of treatment. However, as you can imagine, creating a detox experience of your own can be incredibly challenging. A couple of …

If you’re a recovering addict and you’re in addiction treatment, you might find that there are some discomforts to the experience – and that’s normal. It’s a new environment with new people, and you’re being asked to create a whole new life for yourself. Feeling the discomforts of this might make someone want to leave. …

Most recovery begins with detoxification. This is a time to clear the body of toxins and any substances so that healing can begin. It is frequently managed by medication and requires the skills of a physician and mental health professional. Once this phase of treatment is completed, a recovering addict might then participate in a …