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Avoid These Addiction Triggers During the Holidays

If you are in recovery from drug or alcohol addiction, the holidays can be an especially challenging time. Addiction triggers seem to be everywhere, tempting you to relapse. However, one of the things you learned in alcohol addiction treatment was identifying addiction triggers and developing a strategy for managing them. Festivities, family and friend connections,…

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Men’s Rehab Program in Maryland

There are critical differences when it comes to how men and women react and respond to substance abuse. That’s one of the main reasons for the existence of gender-specific treatment, including men’s rehab centers. In men-only spaces, men in recovery from substance use issues can benefit from the perspectives of other men in recovery as…

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Women’s Rehab Program in Maryland

Drugs and alcohol do not discriminate between men and women. They pose significant problems for both sexes in terms of jobs, family, and relationships. However, there are also substantial differences between how addiction can impact men and women. That’s why a women’s rehab center can be such a helpful resource. In a women’s rehab program,…

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Do I Need Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of mental health counseling that was created by Aaron Beck in the 1970s. CBT practitioners are trained to guide clients through a structured model over a designated number of sessions. Therapists develop a relationship with the clients during initial counseling sessions, discuss goals, develop a treatment plan, and then…

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What Is Secondary PTSD?

It turns out that the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be transmitted to others, including loved ones, caregivers, and others you interact with closely. This is referred to as secondary trauma. Secondary PTSD, in this sense, means that others are affected by interacting with a person who has been traumatized or is experiencing…

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3 Signs Your Loved One Needs Alcohol Treatment

Learning the signs of alcoholism can help you identify if you or someone you love is in trouble. If regular drinking has turned into alcohol misuse or dependency, early intervention is ideal. At Fresh Start Recovery Center in Maryland, we offer alcohol education and detox at our treatment center. To learn more about alcohol addiction…

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3 Benefits of Aftercare Programs

There are many benefits to an aftercare program. Aftercare programs are designed to help provide a safety net for those in recovery. After completing a treatment program or, if someone has recently relapsed and needs to get their life back on track, aftercare programs can assist clients by providing needed support and essential services. Reach…

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How Can Heroin Affect the Brain?

The use of heroin, especially over a long period of time, has a lasting effect on the brain. Brain damage is possible as a result of using heroin. It’s important to keep in mind that someone who ceases use of heroin, undergoes treatment, and maintains sobriety can regain much of their cognitive abilities. The experts…

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5 Ways Family Therapy Could Help Your Mental Health

5 Ways Family Therapy Could Help Your Mental Health

When it comes to family, there can be deeply embedded issues and challenges that can affect the mental health of your spouse, children, and other relatives. Coming to terms with the need for counseling is one of the most difficult steps in the recovery process. Of course, another complicated matter is getting the rest of…

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Am I Addicted to Painkillers

Am I Addicted to Painkillers?

Prescription painkillers are often an unintentional gateway to opioid addiction. Powerful synthetic opiates like fentanyl have only made the opioid epidemic worse. In recent years, the introduction of these highly potent opiates has resulted in a spike in opioid-related overdoses and deaths. If you or someone you love is addicted to painkillers or other opiates,…

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