by Aida Azadeh | Jul 2, 2021 | Education & Awareness, Family & Support, Recovery & Aftercare
Key Takeaways: Accountability serves as the bridge between recognizing a substance use problem and creating lasting change, helping individuals shift from blame to ownership while turning setbacks into actionable growth. Structured treatment, support groups,...
by Aida Azadeh | Dec 28, 2020 | Education & Awareness, Cannabis & THC Addiction, Family & Support
Clinically Reviewed By: Taylor Brown, CRADC | Admissions & Marketing Director Key Takeaways: Modern marijuana is dramatically more potent than in the past, with current cannabis samples averaging over 16% THC compared to less than 4% THC in 1995. Marijuana use...
by Aida Azadeh | Nov 26, 2020 | Addictions, Education & Awareness, Recovery & Aftercare, Treatment Programs & Levels
Key Takeaways: CBT, DBT, and ACT are evidence-based therapies that help people in addiction recovery change harmful patterns, manage emotions, and build healthier responses to stress and triggers. Each therapy supports recovery in a different way, with CBT focusing...
by Aida Azadeh | Nov 6, 2020 | Education & Awareness, Family & Support, Treatment
Key Takeaways: Missouri may allow involuntary detention for adults with substance use or mental health disorders when they pose a serious danger, but the process requires court review and legal protections. In an emergency, families should contact an ER,...
by ppcmidwest | May 16, 2020 | Education & Awareness, Addictions, Family & Support
Key Takeaways: The best support starts with preparation and compassion. Speak when they are sober, stay calm, use respectful person-first language, and share specific examples without blame. Co-occurring mental health symptoms often require dual diagnosis care...
