There are many dangerous drugs available today, and many of them are given as prescriptions by doctors who at one point did not realize how easily a patient could become addicted to them. Unfortunately, these prescriptions resulted in substance abuse issues for many. These addictive substances have serious side effects as well. For anyone struggling…
If you’ve heard about biofeedback but are not sure what it is or what it does, you’re not alone. You might also be wondering how it can help you with addiction issues and how it’s used to treat people who struggle with addiction. If you’re considering this technique, it’s very important to understand what it…
There are a lot of ways to feel better about life, and one of those is through the use of stress management. At Serenity Light Recovery, we know that too much stress can lead to unhealthy coping behaviors. Stress can also increase the chances of mental health problems. We want you and all of our clients…
When you’re facing an addiction issue, there’s often a reason behind it. Some people end up with addiction problems due to prescribed medications, for example. But in other cases, the reason behind the addiction is trauma they’ve faced in the past. They want to numb the feelings that come with the trauma, or they have…
Completing a stay in rehab is a monumental step for those working to overcome addiction. However, trying to stay on the right path is often difficult. How do you go about functioning without getting drawn into your old lifestyle? Staying sober is a challenge for most people after rehab. But no matter how lost you…
Even the best jobs come with their own kind of stress. It could be related to trying to meet a deadline for a project or dealing with an employee leaving unexpectedly. Chronic work stress takes a toll on the mind and body, leaving you at less than your best. You may feel you’re not able to…
Anxiety is a healthy reaction people experience when they feel they are facing a threat. However, sometimes the reaction is out of proportion to the situation at hand. If you find yourself having trouble controlling your emotions when faced with specific circumstances, you may be suffering from an anxiety attack. Learning to recognize the signs of an…
When a loved one is struggling with substance use disorder, it affects many other people who are in their life. Sometimes, even though they want to make changes, a simple conversation with the person who is struggling isn’t enough to prompt the move to recovery. Instead, it might be time for you to learn how…
Many people struggling with addiction and mental health problems have problems expressing their inner thoughts. Understanding the thought processes driving their issues is necessary to chart the best course of treatment. That one way how art therapy helps those working through problems related to mental health disorders and substance abuse. It allows people to open up…
Mental health professionals typically start treating those suffering from mood disorders like major depression with psychotherapy and antidepressants. However, some people do not respond to these more traditional forms of treatment. They may investigate alternative therapies and start asking questions like, “What is TMS therapy?” We will look at how it works and the way…