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What is the Connection Between Addiction and Mental Health?
Understanding the Link Between Mental Health and Addiction The Science Behind Mental Health and Addiction The connection between mental health and addiction is complex and rooted in both neurological and psychological factors. The brain’s reward system, which governs feelings of pleasure and motivation, plays a significant role in this relationship. When someone experiences a mental…
Recovering from Relapse: A Guide for Individuals and Their Families
Relapse is a common part of the recovery process. Don’t see it as a failure. Understanding what relapse is, recognizing the warning signs, and knowing how to take action can be the key to turning around on the right path to recovery. Whether you’re a person who has relapsed or a concerned parent, here at…
Will Your Red Face Disappear After You Stop Drinking?
Will Your Red Face Disappear After You Stop Drinking? Have you asked yourself, “Will red face go away if I stop drinking?” Learn more about appropriate alcohol use and solutions at Choice House. Will Red Face Go Away After I Stop Drinking? Have you ever wondered, “Will red face go away if I stop…
Do the Effects of Trauma Ever Go Away?
what is trauma? Trauma is a psychological response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope, often resulting in lasting emotional, mental, and physical effects. It can arise from experiences such as accidents, abuse, natural disasters, or witnessing violence. Call to Talk Trauma survivors have a difficult time with…
Kratom Addiction Treatment in Colorado
What is Kratom? Kratom (Mitragyna speciosa) is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia, whose leaves have been traditionally used for their stimulant and sedative effects, depending on the dosage. Consumed by chewing, brewing as tea, or in powdered or encapsulated forms, kratom contains active compounds that interact with opioid receptors in the brain. While…
Investment in Growth: Understanding the Costs of Failure to Launch Programs
Investment in Growth: Understanding the Costs of Failure to Launch Programs Learn more about the cost of failure to launch programs and how to get the best value failure to launch programs at Choice House. What Are Failure to Launch Programs? The transition into adulthood can be a challenging time for young adults. Many uncertainties…
Dual Recovery: Treatment Centers for Eating Disorders and Alcohol Use Disorder
Dual Recovery: Treatment Centers for Eating Disorders and Alcohol Use Disorder Explore the impact of coexisting eating disorders and alcohol use disorder and how treatment centers for eating disorders can assist in recovery. What Is a Co-Occurring Disorder? Co-occurring eating disorders and alcohol use disorder are often called “dual diagnosis” or “comorbid” conditions.…
Aging and Medication: Side Effects of Alprazolam in the Elderly
Aging and Medication: Side Effects of Alprazolam in the Elderly Explore the potential impacts and strategies to manage alprazolam side effects in elderly patients—a comprehensive guide for caregivers and families. Alprazolam Side Effects in Elderly Patients: Aging and Medication Management Aging brings about changes in every aspect of our health. One of the most significant…
Alcohol’s Impact: How It Affects Your Brain and Body
Alcohol’s Impact: How It Affects Your Brain and Body Explore the profound effects of alcohol on your body and dive into the latest research that unravels alcohol’s impact on the brain. How Does Alcohol Affect You? Alcohol’s impact on your brain and body can affect you in many ways. It can even shape social interactions…