Substance abusers are more at risk of contracting COVID-19 and suffering serious complications. What’s frightening is that most of them do not know this, which could lead to them not taking the necessary precautions to protect themselves. The following are just some of the ways COVID-19 affects substance abusers. How COVID-19 Affects Substance Abusers COVID-19…
Over the years, multiple treatment methods have helped manage the dangers of addiction. For example, the psychotherapy program in FL may help provide a myriad of benefits. But what is psychotherapy? And how can it help you with addiction? Thankfully, we at BoardPrep Recovery Center® have a strong understanding of this therapy option. So please…
Addiction continues to affect millions of American men and women. In the meantime, treatment methods are evolving while new ones are being introduced. TMS therapy is one of the new approaches to helping people recover and abstain from drugs and alcohol. But it is not for everyone, which is why you’re probably asking, “does my loved one…
“You forgive yourself for every failure, because you are trying to do the right thing. God knows that and you know it. Nobody else may know it.” – Maya Angelou Coming into recovery from addiction, most of us feel a lot of guilt and shame for “what we’ve done” or “how far we’ve fallen.” We…
“Humility is the proper estimate of oneself.” – Charles Spurgeon, 19th c. English pastor and author I recall when I first got into recovery, I was introduced to how people in 12 Step programs and many addiction treatment programs view ‘humility’/‘being humble’—a trait I believed at the time was a sign of weakness, being…
“Be impeccable with your word.” – Don Miguel Ruiz, The Four Agreements Whether you’re in a substance abuse treatment center or an impaired professionals program, living with integrity is one of the key behaviors the staff — as well as your family, friends and coworkers — will be grateful to see emerging in you. Many…
“Caring for your body, mind and spirit is your greatest responsibility. It’s about listening to the needs of your soul and then honoring them.” – Kristi Ling Spencer, Bestselling Author If you happen to be in addiction treatment of any sort (e.g., an inpatient or outpatient program at a treatment center, an impaired professionals program,…
“Our inner beliefs (can) trigger failure before it happens.” – Marshall Goldsmith, NY Times bestselling author & considered “World’s Most Influential Business Thinker” (2018 Thinkers50 List) [Note to Reader: This is PART TWO of a two-part blog-post on addressing relapse triggers in recovery. It will help to have read Part One, especially since it covers…
Mental health disorders include a wide range of conditions that affect cognitive function, moods, thought patterns, and, ultimately, behavior. There are a wide range of common mental health disorders including anxiety disorders, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), borderline personality disorder, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Common Mental Health Disorders Recognizing common mental health disorders…
What is DBT? If you’re looking for help with an addiction, you’ve likely run across something called dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). In an evidence-based method of therapy, DBT treats a wide variety of mental health illnesses. Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) in Tampa, FL is primarily useful for positively impacting behavior patterns. So, exactly what is…