Movement Therapy for Addiction
By Cheryl Steinberg You can often find “holistic” doctors nowadays as more and more understanding has developed when it comes to treating the things that ail us. And the same goes for drug and alcohol treatment. Holistic medicine – which is even recognized by the more traditional, westernized mode of medicine – treats the person . . . . Continue Reading
Bipolar Disorder and Drug Addiction: Where Does One End and the Other Begin?
Bipolar disorder, which used to be called manic depression, is a serious psychological disorder characterized by sudden and intense shifts in mood, behavior as well as energy levels. There are four major types of mood episodes that constitute bipolar disorder: mania, hypomania, depression and mixed episodes; each has its own set of symptoms: Symptoms of . . . . Continue Reading
Actress Liza Minnelli Returns to Rehab
Actress Liza Minnelli has entered a Malibu rehab facility for her addictions, a spokesman said. The 69-year-old actress, singer, dancer, and choreographer has struggled with alcohol and drug addictions in the past. She is one of the few artists to win an Oscar, a Tony, an Emmy and a Grammy. Perhaps her greatest role was . . . . Continue Reading
Cure for Addiction and Anxiety in Genetics
For a long time there has been a great deal of work put into trying to discover the exact link between our genetics, or mental health and our addictions. The answer has been pondered, studied, and speculated as a major factor in how we can trace and treat mental illness, behavioral impulses, and even problems . . . . Continue Reading
Helping Women Recover
(This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model) An anti-drug coalition in Tennessee, called The Jackson-Madison County Anti-Drug Coalition, will be hosting its annual event this coming Thursday, March 12. Each year, the coalition hosts an event of rising importance in the addiction treatment community. . . . . Continue Reading
Experience, Strength, and Hope Award Show for Recovering Artists
While we have talked quite a bit about the entire buzz created from the 87th Annual Oscar award show a few weeks ago, we now have an opportunity to highlight another celebration of celebrity triumph and hear shared stories of successful and inspiring change. This last Thursday night at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los . . . . Continue Reading
Holistic Drug and Alcohol Treatment for Women
(This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model) What is Holistic Drug and Alcohol Treatment for Women? Holistic is a term that means “whole” and “complete.” Therefore, when considering getting help for substance abuse, the approach of holistic drug and alcohol treatment for women . . . . Continue Reading
Outpatient Treatment for Women in South Florida
(This content is being used for illustrative purposes only; any person depicted in the content is a model) Sometimes people continue to drink or use drugs even though they are facing severe consequences, whether they are dealing with financial and legal problems or feeling the strain on their relationships, yet it’s common to find it . . . . Continue Reading
7 Reasons Why You Should Go to Rehab in the Winter
Anytime you decide you’re sick and tired of relying on alcohol and other drugs is a good time to get help. If you notice that your drug habit is ruining your relationships, causing problems at work or a loss of a job, altogether, and creating financial hardships – not to mention taking a toll on . . . . Continue Reading
The Depression of Gaming Addiction
A severe dependence on video games or Gaming addiction is more serious than a lot of people give it credit. We as a culture are starting to become more attached to our technology, and in a way smartphones and social media are making it more noticeable, and opening our eyes to the concept of obsessive . . . . Continue Reading