Did you know that there are different types of trauma? The type of trauma an individual has experienced can change the way they cope with it, as well as what treatment options may work best. It’s important to know about… Read More ›
Tag: Coping
How Recovery Can Seem as Vast as the Sea
When jumping into the ocean of recovery, you are not expected to know how to swim right away. You may feel terrified of the waves when looking upon recovery and fear drowning. Fortunately, recovery is your lifeboat. The experience of… Read More ›
Making a Prompt Response to Emotional Triggers
The recovery process teaches you how to learn and identify your triggers with coping mechanisms, and when those triggers occur, you need a prompt response. Everyone, at some point or another, is going to experience triggers. It is important to… Read More ›
The Link Between Trauma and Memory Loss
The impact of trauma on the human brain can be profound as some areas of the brain can suffer physical changes from the traumatic event. The effects of experiencing trauma can lead to low quality of life for some due… Read More ›
Encountering Alcohol in Early Recovery
Alcohol is a popular addition to weddings, birthday parties, dinner celebrations, and other social events. Your journey in recovery from alcohol use disorder (AUD) does not need to circumvent these major events, as long as you are aware of the… Read More ›
Unhealthy Coping Mechanisms in Recovery
While many people associate addiction recovery with physical wellness, the reality is that our day-to-day lives are experienced through our perceptions and how we’re able to handle difficult thoughts, feelings, and situations. When bad moments occur, we can experience several… Read More ›
Dealing With Anxiety This Holiday Season
For millions of Americans across the nation, the holidays bring about added stress. So many people feel pressure to make the “perfect” dish, to “impress” others with latest achievements, and to overall “look” the part that is portrayed in media… Read More ›