What We Can Learn About Addiction From Mac Miller’s Death
Mac Miller’s tragic overdose-related death in 2018 sparked a conversation about addiction in today’s modern society. The 26-year-old rapper was found unresponsive in his home on September 7, 2018. He had reportedly struggled with substance abuse for some time. Miller had been open about his struggle previously in interviews. In 2013, in an interview with …
Tips for Handling a Bad Day in Recovery
Being Resilient During the Ride Addiction recovery is a life that reaps both short and long-term rewards. Though recovery is a special kind of life because it is filled with gratitude and humility, it is still life just like any other because it has its ups and downs. An important lesson for those in recovery …
How is Music Therapy used in Addiction Treatment?
Although counseling and detox are essential in overcoming addiction, music can be great adjunctive therapy. Yes, the same music that serves as a medium for relaxation and inspiration can also be used to heal and improve one’s physical, emotional, and health. The body’s ability to produce dopamine is heightened when we hear a song that …
Ben Affleck’s Struggle with Alcohol Addiction
For many individuals, addiction is a long-running struggle. Addiction is a disease that cannot simply be cured. It is a life-long battle that needs to be maintained in order to fully recover. Award-winning actor and filmmaker Ben Affleck is no exception. Childhood Trauma Just like numerous people who struggle with addiction, Affleck experienced childhood trauma …
Why You Should Have a Discharge Plan After Addiction Treatment
Completing Rehab Making it through a rehab program successfully is a major accomplishment. A former addict who took the time and courage to admit themselves into rehab in the first place is something to be congratulated. They took that first step to help themselves. Then the hard work truly began. They went through the harrowing …
The Importance of Diet and Nutrition in Recovery
When you are in addiction recovery, you already have a lot on your plate in terms of getting healthy and getting your life back on track. It might not seem important to focus on diet and nutrition in recovery, or you might just feel like you don’t have any more energy to put towards it …
