Triggers and how to not let them bring you down
Without getting too technical, triggers refer to people, places, things, areas of various senses (taste, smell, sounds), memories etc. that bring about or invoke the feelings of a past trauma. In Recovery triggers also include reminders of drug use or abuse and invoke the urge to use again. Ask any clinical or recovery professional, or …
Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week
This week marks a very important milestone in our country as President Obama announces a heightened effort to combat prescription pill and opioid addiction, marking this week as Prescription Opioid and Heroin Epidemic Awareness Week (Sept 18-24). Read the article: usat.ly/2denosx #OpiodAwareness #Prevention #Awareness #Treatment #Recovery
The 4 Do’s and Don’ts for choosing a Therapist
Therapy. It’s a big word. Psychotherapist, even bigger, and the word psycho doesn’t help much. These bastions of mystery are the folks designated to take us on a journey, and change our lives (preferably for the better). Obviously there is an expectation that a therapist has some degree in psychology (but do check), and the …
