As America’s opioid epidemic continues to claim more lives, those suffering from chemical dependence are not the only ones affected. We’ve discussed before that substance use disorder is a family disease, impacting those who are around an addict. Today, a new study finds that even doctors... View Post New Study: Opioid Crisis Overwhelms Doctors
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As America’s opioid epidemic continues to claim more lives, those suffering from chemical dependence are not the only ones affected. We’ve discussed before that substance use disorder is a family disease, impacting those who are around an addict. Today, a new study finds that even doctors... View Post 
What is Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy, also called talk therapy, is a therapeutic method used to help people through a variety of different mental health concerns, including substance use. This can help to control or reduce troubling symptoms so that individuals are able to improve their... 
Managing Stress in Addiction Recovery
Stress management is critical for maintaining lasting sobriety. While in treatment, you probably learned several new coping mechanisms and stress responses for life’s challenges. When done properly, these can decrease the risk of relapse and equip you for... 
Selecting the right addiction treatment facility is an incredibly important part of rehabilitation. The good news is that you’ve already made the right decision by choosing to attend rehab in the first place, whether local or out of state. After deciding to participate in a treatment program,... 
America's Opioid Epidemic
Over 47,000 people died from overdosing on prescription opioid painkillers in 2017, many of whom were parents. When news stories focus on the toll of America’s opioid epidemic, they often overlook the fact that thousands of children lose their caregivers to these... 
In addiction recovery, it’s important to keep your routine from becoming stale. Many times, you’ll see recommendations for alternative therapies: equine-assisted counseling, new approaches to individual psychotherapy, and even acupuncture can contribute to your ongoing sobriety. However, when... 
New research shows that opioids aren’t the only drug responsible for overdose deaths in America. A breaking report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) analyzes trends in drug overdose deaths between 2016 and 2017. Over the course of their research, they looked for... 
Karen Cooper, MS, LMHC
May is Mental Health Month. How exactly do you define your mental health? Mental health refers to your cognitive (thinking), behavioral, and emotional well- being. During active alcoholism and addiction, the ability to think clearly, behave well, and manage emotions in a... 
Prescription drugs are responsible for the largest percentage of overdose deaths nationwide. Of the 22,400 drug overdose deaths in the US, opioid painkillers accounted for 38.2% of them. Every day in the United States, 2,500 adolescents abuse a prescription pain reliever for the first time. Why are... 
What is Fellowship?
A fellowship could be any type of support group that you join in recovery. You’ve probably heard of some of the more well-known organizations, like Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and SMART Recovery. Lakeside-Milam even has its own alumni network for this...