Addiction and the Power of Meditation

Apr 25, 2019

Addiction and the Power of Meditation The mind of someone in active drug and alcohol addiction has been badly damaged. Those areas of the brain responsible for judgment are largely blocked.That’s why withdrawal by itself is not the answer. In fact, it can be deadly.In...

Addiction is Not a Choice

Apr 18, 2019

Addiction is Not a Choice It amazes me how little understanding there is around addiction. Mountains of evidence show that drug and alcohol addiction is a chronic brain disease as well as a progressive disease. Over time and without effective treatment, the disease...

How Does Physical Therapy Help Addiction Recovery?

Apr 4, 2019

How Does Physical Therapy Help Addiction Recovery? When people think of addiction treatment, they likely think primarily about the psychological aspects of recovery, such as psychotherapy, 12-step programs, or counseling. However, addiction is not only a disease of...

Depressant Addiction and Recovery

Mar 25, 2019

Depressant Addiction and Recovery Depressant substances generally work by slowing down the body and thus creating a sense of relaxation. Alcohol is one of the most common depressants. It is legal and widely available. Many who eventually become addicted start out by...

Addiction and Employers

Feb 6, 2019

Addiction and Employers We all know that drug and alcohol addiction has reached epidemic proportions. The financial and emotional costs to families and loved ones is enormous. In addition, the cost to employers is escalating because of the epidemic’s impact on the...