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When most people think about addiction treatment, they probably picture a residential rehab facility, support groups and near-constant therapy sessions. These things are common (and important) in substance abuse recovery, but it turns out there’s a lot more to getting sober than sitting inside all day to talk about your feelings. Or at least, there…

When it comes to recovery, one of the key decisions you’ll need to make early on is what kind of treatment program to enroll in. This can have a major impact on your long-term success, but it’s hard to know which type of program is right for you. Two of the most common options are…

Health care began to evolve over the last few years to meet the demand for convenient telehealth services. Mental health treatment has also changed in some fascinating ways as it sought to provide a more personal alternative to virtual appointments. Outdoor therapy became a popular solution for meeting in person that allowed people to get…

Men in recovery face many challenges as they work to rebuild their lives and achieve lasting sobriety. Dealing with ongoing stressors, triggers and cravings can take a toll on your mental health, but one strategy that’s gained attention for helping individuals improve and maintain their overall wellness is forest bathing, or spending time in nature…

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that was originally developed to help individuals with borderline personality disorder who struggle with self-harm and suicidal ideation. While it remains the gold standard for these concerns, it has also been shown to be effective for a wide range of mental health conditions,…

When you’re in recovery, your primary focus should be on yourself. That’s why most addiction professionals recommend that you don’t date for at least one year after getting sober. You’ll already be facing major challenges and changes in your life during this time, and adding a new relationship on top of everything else can be…

Addiction is a lot like any other disease — it is complex, chronic and tends to get worse over time. You wouldn’t avoid seeing a doctor for heart disease or cancer, and getting treatment as soon as possible is just as important for properly diagnosing and managing a substance abuse disorder. Unfortunately, that doesn’t always…

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a type of therapy that helps individuals process and overcome traumatic experiences. It does this by using bilateral stimulation, such as eye movements or tapping, to stimulate both sides of the brain and help individuals process their experiences more effectively. The goal of EMDR is to help individuals…

Before COVID-19, in-person therapy sessions were the norm. But afterward, the risk of infection became too high in a confined space, so many providers turned to teletherapy instead to treat certain conditions. Although this approach works and is vitally needed to bridge the gap in mental health care, like all things, it isn’t necessarily right…