The Role of Education and Skill-Building in Empowering Individuals in Recovery
Recovery from addiction is a journey that requires more than just abstaining from substance use. In 2021, 75% of the overdose deaths in Virginia were due to opioids. Addiction is a complex process involving physical, emotional, and psychological healing. Even though detox and therapy play a significant role, there’s another essential aspect that’s often overlooked: […]
Staying Sober at Social Events
Maintaining sobriety can be challenging in social situations, especially when alcohol is a focal point of many gatherings. According to the 2023 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 224.3 million people ages 12 and older admitted to drinking alcohol at some point in their life. Whether you’re newly sober or have been practicing […]
Experiencing Equine Therapy for Addiction Treatment
In 2021, Virginia saw 2,230 opioid overdose deaths, accounting for 85% of all drug overdose deaths in the state. Addiction requires a personalized approach for anyone looking to achieve long-term sobriety. One way of personalizing addiction treatment is with holistic therapies, which focus on physical, mental, and spiritual aspects of the person struggling with the […]
Yoga for Addiction Recovery: What You Need To Know
There is a substance abuse crisis occurring across the country – in Virginia, numbers have doubled for substance use diagnoses over the last year, from 7.3% to 14.5%. From June 2021 to 2022, the state saw a 35% increase in overdose deaths and 1,951 of those deaths were due to fentanyl. Addiction is a complex […]
Taking a Closer Look at Alcoholism: How Long Do Alcoholics Live?
Alcoholism, also called alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a chronic and potentially life-threatening condition characterized by an inability to control alcohol consumption despite its adverse consequences. This disorder not only affects physical health but also wreaks havoc on mental well-being and social functioning. A research study found that individuals who consume 10-15 alcoholic beverages a […]
Shame and Recovery
Written By Liz Fernandez – Great Falls Wellness Clinical Director Shame can be one of the greatest barriers for people who want to reach out for help, especially for people struggling with addiction. While shame is a natural response to going through something deeply personal and difficult, it can be as much of a deterrent […]