2021-01-21 19:54
When considering the devastating consequences of addiction, it’s doubtful that someone will want to willingly become addicted. Still, people start using drugs and alcohol for self-medi… Read More
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2021-01-21 16:19
Without a doubt, one of the worse parts of seeking help for substance abuse is experiencing withdrawal symptoms. For some, withdrawal symptoms can start after a few hours of their last dose… Read More
2021-01-20 15:34
Anxiety disorders affect 18.1% of the United States population. Those with anxiety are 2 to 3 times more likely to struggle with a substance abuse disorder than those who don’t have an… Read More
2021-01-19 14:55
While the term “transgender” has been making headlines for the past few years, there’s little to no talk about the word “gender dysphoria.” This form of psychol… Read More
2021-01-18 16:52
Close to 34 percent of people in substance abuse treatment struggle with some level of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) or other trauma. Early traumatic experiences can lead p… Read More
2021-01-16 16:22
The fine line between a habit and an addiction can often be challenging to see. Many habit-forming and addiction behaviors overlap in unexpected ways that sometimes people don’t see. U… Read More
2021-01-15 15:20
The integration of holistic therapies in otherwise conventional treatment programs isn’t new. The inclusion of alternative and holistic approaches for a wide range of ailments continue… Read More
2021-01-14 19:43
For many, their struggle with substance abuse looks more like a revolving door than a straight path. Many keep going in and out of treatment facilities for years without finding sobriety. Su… Read More
2021-01-14 15:47
Part of a group known as “Cluster B” or “dramatic” personality disorders, a histrionic personality disorder (HPD) is a less known mental health condition. People with… Read More
2021-01-13 20:05
As people move away from addictive substances, they often try to replace their addiction with something else, usually healthy. While on the surface, this might seem like a much-needed and he… Read More
2021-01-13 16:17
Nearly 40 million adults in the United States struggle with anxiety disorders. That’s about 18% of the population every year. Still, people have many misconceptions about anxiety and h… Read More
2021-01-12 19:00
Though highly controversial, sex addiction or compulsive sexual behavior can be distressing to those struggling. Unfortunately, there’s still much debate in the psychiatric community a… Read More
2021-01-12 15:20
In response to COVID-19, many addiction treatment centers closed while others tapped into remote health care options. With it, the popularity of remote services increased. Accordingly, many… Read More
2021-01-11 19:15
There’s a lot of conflicting information about withdrawal from which drugs can be fatal. Withdrawal refers to someone’s various physical and mental effects after they stop using… Read More
2021-01-11 16:18
This complex mental health condition can be distressing and challenging to manage. Once known as multiple personality disorder, dissociative identity disorder causes gaps in memory, the pres… Read More
2021-01-09 18:14
Although not as popular as other methodologies, biophysical addiction treatment has been around for over four decades at many treatment centers with high success rates. From the premise that… Read More
2021-01-08 16:48
The word psychosis can be daunting and scary for many people. Yet, nearly half of cocaine abusers or cannabis addicts report experiencing psychotic symptoms during withdrawal. Around 1… Read More
2021-01-07 17:01
Though only one percent of the population is sociopaths, their crimes are so bone-chilling they usually stand out from the crowds and news. Unfortunately, sociopaths are somewhat after that… Read More
2021-01-06 20:37
Drug addiction and mental illness go hand-in-hand. Compared to the general population, those with a substance use disorder are twice as likely to have mood and anxiety disorders, with the op… Read More
2021-01-06 14:40
Like other personality disorders, and antisocial personality disorder is a longstanding behavior that impairs functioning and causes distress. In essence, those with an antisocial personalit… Read More
2021-01-05 15:20
More often than less, substance abusers aren’t chasing after one drug alone. Polydrug use is the consumption of more than one drug at once. Whether some people do without intention, po… Read More
2020-12-31 16:04
Talking about mental health is challenging — especially to your parents. Still, choosing to see a therapist at any age can be one of the most beneficial decisions you can make. Many te… Read More
2020-12-30 16:04
Today, retreats are becoming increasingly popular among travelers. Nowadays, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) retreats are becoming a tradition among those in recovery. As anyone trying to maintain… Read More
2020-12-28 16:42
The holidays are a cheerful and lovely time of the year to spend time with friends and family. But, for those in early addiction recovery, the holidays come loaded with urges, cravings, and… Read More
2020-12-28 15:21
Most people associate the word codependency with an abusive romantic relationship. When, in reality, some of the most common codependent relationships are with parents. Often, children are u… Read More
2020-12-23 15:30
While prohibition ended in the early 1930s, some states still have designated dry counties with strict alcohol laws. For those in alcohol addiction recovery, dry counties can offer somehow a… Read More
2020-12-22 18:16
The early days of addiction recovery can be frightening, senseless, and intimidating. Suddenly, most people find themselves without the structure and ongoing support they had during treatmen… Read More
2020-12-22 14:38
In recovery, the marking of time is of great significance. We all celebrate milestones in addiction recovery, and sobriety calculators help you define these milestones. The practice of marki… Read More
2020-12-18 15:11
Trazodone is an FDA-approved antidepressant to treat depression. Today, trazodone alone is very rare to use by itself since newer-generation medications might prove more effective. However… Read More
2020-12-17 15:46
The stages of psychosocial development can be attributed to Erik Erikson, an ego psychologist who created one of the most influential development theories. For Erikson, personalities were de… Read More
2020-12-15 15:59
Lighthouse Recovery Institute’s team is ending the year with a positive note. Our addiction recovery blog has made the Top 100 Addiction Blogs list by Feedspot. This is another testame… Read More
2020-12-15 14:43
Prayers are a significant part of working a 12-step program. By tapping into a Higher Power and spirituality, AA prayers help those in recovery find the strength they need to work certain st… Read More
2020-12-14 15:39
An impulse control disorder causes someone to have difficulty controlling emotions or behaviors. While they’re widely misunderstood, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Dis… Read More
2020-12-11 15:03
Gabapentin is not a controlled substance since experts believe it has little potential for abuse or dependence. Despite its legal status, gabapentin prescriptions continue to increase, and r… Read More
2020-12-10 16:10
Schizophrenia is one of the many mental health illnesses that are often misunderstood. It affects about 1 in every 100 people, and it usually develops in early adulthood. The cause of schizo… Read More
2020-12-09 14:42
Both hydrocodone and oxycodone are powerful prescription painkillers. Used to treat moderate short- and long-term chronic pain stemming from conditions like cancer, surgery, and arthritis, t… Read More
2020-12-08 14:30
Ultram is a popular painkiller, well-known as tramadol. According to statistics, tramadol prescriptions increased by 88 percent from 2008 to 2013. Ultram is mainly used to treat acute p… Read More
2020-12-07 15:20
When talking about addiction, it is impossible to leave personalities out of the conversation. Antisocial personality disorder (ASPD) is not a condition exclusive of substance abusers, but m… Read More
2020-12-02 20:12
Everyone slightly familiar with Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) knows about the figure of the sponsor. This role model that you could potentially call or tap into for support in the earl… Read More
2020-12-01 16:09
Halfway houses or sober living homes provide a safe environment for recovering addicts and those in early recovery. For those without a permanent and stable residency while in rehab, halfway… Read More
2020-11-30 15:35
With the holidays right across the corner, friends and family members of recovering addicts always struggle to find the perfect gift for their friend or loved one. For people in recovery, th… Read More
2020-11-27 20:45
For many, a halfway house can be the stepping stone between a life in the correctional world and freedom. Although halfway houses are not solely for inmates, most of the residents in these h… Read More
2020-11-26 19:54
Addiction treatments are always evolving and looking for alternative ways to offer support and healing to those struggling with addiction. A newer form of therapy, known as biosound therapy… Read More
2020-11-25 16:12
For anyone recovering from alcohol use disorder, the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) steps are the basic framework of long-term recovery. Stemmed from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous, th… Read More
2020-11-24 21:33
Addiction treatment is a long and complicated process. Everyone’s experiences in rehab are entirely different, so are their struggles. However, regardless of their type of addiction, t… Read More
2020-11-24 17:42
Although individual psychotherapy is at the core of addiction treatment, group support is vital for recovery. However, those in addiction recovery feel a level of intimidation when it comes… Read More
2020-11-23 22:10
Everyone thinks it’s relatively easy to recognize a drug addict. Although the reality is quite different. Addiction to prescription medications or illegal drugs can often go unnoticed… Read More
2020-11-20 17:20
First, we all know that addiction is a complex disease that carries the weight of many factors, including trauma. Many individuals start using drugs or alcohol to self-medicate as a response… Read More
2020-11-19 19:54
Marijuana is a very complex drug that produces different side effects on people. Many people wonder if weed is a hallucinogen, like LSD or mushrooms. But, others categorize marijuana as a de… Read More
2020-11-19 14:48
Thanksgiving is a time to count your blessings and celebrate with friends and family. But for people struggling with alcohol addiction, Thanksgiving is one of the most stressful days of the… Read More
2020-11-18 19:07
Whippets aren’t new to the drug scene, but they’re making a comeback, particularly among young people. The active substance in whippets, nitrous oxide, is used by dentists before… Read More
2020-11-18 15:45
Initially, marijuana was seen as a medicinal plant. Later, it became illegal. Today, over thirty states have laws that allow for recreational and medicinal use of marijuana. However, with li… Read More
2020-11-17 18:42
Almost everyone with a substance use disorder has heard about Narcotics Anonymous (NA). These are programs that follow the 12-step process to help people navigate their addictions and find l… Read More
2020-11-17 16:25
Out of all addictive substances out there, Xanax is the one that seems to creep on most people. College students, moms, young adults, and professionals are all part of the 50 million people… Read More
2020-11-16 15:28
Behavioral health’s role in addiction is so prominent that most treatment programs are constructed around it. For every ten people, seven are seeking care for reasons related to behavi… Read More
2020-11-13 21:54
When someone realizes they have a substance use disorder, they might try to get help. However, they’re often faced with the high costs of addiction treatment or the difficult choice to… Read More
2020-11-13 19:33
Underage binge drinking is a substantial public health problem in the United States. Alcohol is by far the most widely abused substance by youth and adults in the country. The effects of und… Read More
2020-11-13 14:51
It can be tricky to figure out how to talk to a drug addict. First of all, if you’re still trying to process the shock of just discovering a loved one is struggling with an addiction… Read More
2020-11-12 19:02
When parents try to figure out how to help an addicted child, they’ll sometimes try what we know as tough love. This means they’re going to detach from their child hoping to crea… Read More
2020-11-12 16:15
When most people think of a drug addict, they picture someone that can barely function, and their lives are destroyed. No one thinks a drug addict can have a stable family and a successful j… Read More
2020-11-11 22:24
The state of substance use in the United States is quite turbulent. While we’ve seen some improvement in the use of opioids and other prescription medications, there some spikes in oth… Read More
2020-11-11 18:05
Having a friend or family member that struggles with addiction is never easy. Often, those around the addict feel hopeless and lost when finding ways to help them. To help you, we’ve c… Read More
2020-11-10 21:52
Before someone actively starts their addiction treatment, they’ll likely have doubts about the process. We often get asked what questions therapists ask in rehab. Do I have to answer a… Read More
2020-11-10 19:08
Today, over 51 million people are struggling with their mental health in the United States. That accounts for a 1.5 million increase over last year’s report. With the pandemic taking a… Read More
2020-11-10 15:39
Although porn addiction isn’t sending people to the emergency room on overdoses every day, it’s still damaging. Those who struggle with addiction to pornography often live a life… Read More
2020-11-09 20:24
Odds are most of your family and friends have tried Adderall and felt good while using it. America runs on Adderall, and it’s one of those epidemics that we don’t seem to address… Read More
2020-11-09 16:56
Breaking up an addiction isn’t like curving a bad habit. Because drug and alcohol addiction directly affect how our brains operate, we’re already at a disadvantage. This step-by… Read More
2020-11-06 18:46
Some people believe you’ll become an addict the moment you try a drug. Others think that it will take years before your recreational drug use turns into a full-blown addiction. In real… Read More
2020-11-05 21:41
Drug rehab can be expensive, usually ranging in the thousands of dollars for a short-term program. Estimates believe that many people who need substance abuse treatment don’t… Read More
2020-11-05 19:09
It can be too triggering for someone looking to get help and come across a bad therapist. Most people who haven’t worked with a therapist before cannot pick up the common red flags you… Read More
2020-11-05 15:22
If you ask your peers, more than one of them turns to alcohol as a coping mechanism when they feel anxious or stressed. While most people see this as something harmless, alcohol dependence c… Read More
2020-11-04 20:30
There’s a common myth that someone will just a gastric suction procedure and be fine immediately after an overdose. If only overdoses were so simple to treat, we wouldn’t lose ov… Read More
2020-11-04 18:49
There are many types of drug abuse treatment and rehab experiences out there. However, most people are familiar with the way movies and TV shows portray TV shows. A common question we get al… Read More
2020-11-03 22:53
With the legalization of marijuana in many states, more people are demanding marijuana-based treatment programs for many conditions. One of those treatments is the use of marijuana for alcoh… Read More
2020-11-03 19:43
We all associate peer pressure with teenagers trying to force their friends to fit a specific look or do something illegal. Many are surprised to learn that adult peer pressure is very much… Read More
2020-11-02 20:58
As we learn more about the importance of holistic wellness to treat addiction disorders, we begin to incorporate new treatment options. While yoga isn’t meant to be the only treatment… Read More
2020-10-30 22:51
The role of nutrition in addiction recovery is incredible. Our body responds to chemical balances that fluctuate over time. What we eat directly impacts how we feel, how much stress we exper… Read More
2020-10-30 18:51
Every addict knows that rehab is just the beginning of the lifelong journey of recovery. However, after completing treatment, many have to choose where to go next. Part of that decision is c… Read More
2020-10-30 13:19
Addiction recovery is a very personal journey; not everyone experiences it the same. However, one significant factor most treatment programs rely on is the power of spirituality. From the mo… Read More
2020-10-29 19:36
About 15 million adults in the United States experience a social anxiety disorder in a given year. Unfortunately, many of those individuals turn to alcohol as a coping mechanism. With alcoho… Read More
2020-10-28 22:08
In the United States, over 4 million people struggle with a borderline personality disorder. While borderline personality disorder (BPD) isn’t as discussed as other mental illnesses, i… Read More
2020-10-28 19:04
It doesn’t matter if you’re a mild alcohol drinker or an alcoholic; you’re bound to struggle with withdrawal symptoms when you decide to call it quits. Those in medical det… Read More
2020-10-28 15:21
No one is more familiar with the concept of cravings than recovering addicts. After they master the drug and alcohol cravings they experience during detoxification, there comes another probl… Read More
2020-10-27 22:11
Depression can increase the risk of countless chronic illnesses, including substance abuse. Estimates believe about a third of people with depression also struggle with drug or alcohol abuse… Read More
2020-10-27 19:14
Many individuals struggling with a substance use disorder are also diagnosed with a mental illness, and vice versa. The connection between mental health and addiction is impossible to ignore… Read More
2020-10-26 22:29
Throughout addiction rehab treatment, patients learn how to build healthy coping mechanisms after rehab to maintain sobriety. However, even after someone completes treatment, they’re b… Read More
2020-10-26 18:57
When someone struggles with drug or alcohol addiction, they often don’t know how to get the help they need. Most of the time, not even their family members and friends know what they c… Read More
2020-10-26 14:20
While it might be impossible to determine the exact length of treatment for someone, there are some estimates. When deciding how long are drug rehab programs, you have to consider what will… Read More
2020-10-23 22:33
Like alcohol, smoking also causes chemical changes in the brain that lead to addiction. Surprisingly, very few studies have looked into the effects of drinking and smoking simultaneously. Mo… Read More
2020-10-23 21:18
When you or someone you know is seeking treatment for alcohol addiction, it can be intimidating. It’s common to have questions about how much it will cost and the length of rehab. Unfo… Read More
2020-10-23 16:12
The path to addiction recovery is unique to each individual, and many would say it’s a rollercoaster. Unfortunately, one thing many in recovery struggle with is relapse. Even as someon… Read More
2020-10-22 23:29
Addiction is a highly complex disease that we continue to learn more about as we go. It’s very common for someone struggling with a substance use disorder to suffer from a co-occurring… Read More
2020-10-22 18:00
There’s a lot of controversy around what’s the best length for rehab. With so many options, including intensive outpatient programs (IOP), partial hospitalization programs, and y… Read More
2020-10-20 23:54
You would think all forms of therapy are person-centered or client-centered, if you will. Most people find it surprising to realize that not all treatments focus on the patient at hand. It w… Read More
2020-10-20 20:07
In the world of addiction treatment, there are some therapies that are considered to be outside-of-the-box. We know that hypnotherapy is often part of recovering addicts’ treatment pla… Read More
2020-10-20 15:18
One of the most popular forms of psychotherapy is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). It also happens to be one of the most researched and evidence-based treatments available to treat many p… Read More
2020-10-19 21:37
Most people believe that addiction centers only offer therapy and detox. However, the kind of services addiction centers offer has expanded throughout the years. Nowadays, substance abuse tr… Read More
2020-10-17 00:46
Perhaps the most powerful tool in addiction recovery is individual therapy. As we know, addiction treatment goes far beyond detox. Psychotherapy addresses the mental and emotional needs of t… Read More
2020-10-16 21:39
Addiction treatment is extensive and often taps into various forms of therapy to help people. Contingency management in addiction treatment is evidence-based treatments that can help people… Read More
2020-10-16 16:09
Short-term drug and alcohol rehab programs are popular settings, mostly promoted by insurance companies, to seek addiction treatment. These short-term programs are usually more affordable an… Read More
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