Not only can drugs and alcohol ruin a person’s health, but they can ruin your career, as well. Working while under the influence can lead to physical and mental difficulties that can lead to unemployment if left untreated. By going into addiction recovery treatment, you can save your career and your life. How Drug Addiction […]
Author Archives: Alta Loma
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In the United States, Xanax is one of the most addictive and commonly used drugs. Often prescribed to treat insomnia and anxiety, many individuals fall victim to its addictive qualities. This benzodiazepine is harmful to teens and adults alike, often resulting in deadly long-term health consequences. Luckily, there is hope for individuals struggling with a […]
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It can be intimidating for those considering therapy to see the stigmas surrounding it and other false information. Watching TV and movies can cause people to be hesitant to seek help from a therapist because they believe the scenes portrayed in their favorite shows are what truly happens. However, therapy is a very real way […]
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Once you have taken the brave choice in choosing to seek addiction treatment, the next obstacle to overcome is where to go. There are a lot of factors to consider about which treatment center is right for you such as its living environment, therapies offered, types of addiction and mental illnesses treated. By knowing the […]
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With the stress of potential loss of income, unemployment, and increased social isolation, people have increased binge drinking at home during the pandemic. A new study by UTHealth School of Public Health says the longer people stay at home, the greater the increase in binge drinking. By recognizing you have a problem, the better the […]
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With the new year starting, it is essential to be grateful to be able to experience 2021. However, it is not just the new year that should prompt you to practice gratitude. Gratitude can be beneficial in your recovery, as well. Gratitude is critical for those in recovery because it reminds you of how far […]
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COVID-19 stormed the world in March 2020, forcing many countries to enforce a country-wide lockdown. Now, ten months later, the impact of this global pandemic is still being felt by those in addiction recovery. A rise in relapses has occurred since the start of the pandemic, and they are still happening all over the United […]
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The year 2020 has been known as a year of anxiety because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the election, and the racial justice and police violence issues. This left many Americans on edge in regards to their lives and the country as a whole. Remedy Review took a look at the statistics of the anxiety Americans […]
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Everyone has their reasons for why they struggle with addiction, often being very personal and deeply emotional. However, one of the most common underlying causes of addiction is grief. When someone goes through grief, they are often looking for something to make the pain go away. Without proper coping mechanisms, individuals will often turn to […]
Mental Health, Recovery
How Does Long-Acting Antipsychotic Therapy and CBT Help Those with Schizophrenia?
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Schizophrenia is a serious mental illness that can affect the way you think, feel, and behave. Those affected may appear to lose touch with reality which can be hard for family and friends. A new study has shown that antipsychotic therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy can increase cognition and functioning for people suffering from this […]