Transitioning out of acute treatment into the real world can be daunting. Regardless of whether you were seeking treatment for a mental health disorder like depression or a substance abuse disorder, staying on track to recovery in a less restrictive environment can be challenging because there are more temptations. According to studies, relapse rates vary
One of the challenges after completing treatment for mental illness or substance use disorders is learning how to fill your leisure time. As most of us are under “stay at home” orders and are self-quarantining, we may have even more free time than before. As it is not advised to travel, attend in-person support groups,
Entering recovery after completing treatment is a huge milestone and marker of success. Unfortunately, relapsing in recovery can be a reality for some individuals. Relapse should never be seen as a failure but instead as another opportunity to be successful in recovery. Imagine if you have a chronic disease, does that mean you failed? No.
The COVID-19 crisis has obviously disrupted all aspects of life in America and around the world. All of us are individually and professionally impacted in dramatic ways. At AKUA Mind & Body, we are grateful that our business is an “essential service” and blessed to have the opportunity of continuing to help our clients. The
Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) is an annual global awareness day on March 1st. Raising awareness through education about self-harm leads to a better understanding of this disorder, empathy, and it also helps to eliminate the stigma. The goal is to educate individuals who do not engage in self-harm and reach out to those who do
Steps to take when you feel like giving up in recovery. Life in recovery can be challenging as you are adapting to new ways of living, including new friends, learning to live without alcohol or drugs, adopting new hobbies, and practicing a different perspective on life. You most likely had to mend broken relationships or
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year With the kids jingle belling And everyone telling you “be of good cheer.” It’s the most wonderful time of the year.” So many people go bonkers for the holidays. Between Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, Christmas shopping, Christmas tree decoration, gift wrapping, holiday office parties, ugly Christmas sweater contests, Hanukah,
5 Inspiring Women In Recovery. Historically, men have a higher rate of addiction than women, and unfortunately, women seem to have more significant barriers to substance abuse treatment. Females are more likely than males to experience economic barriers when seeking treatment for a substance abused disorder. These barriers could be attributed to the gender pay
Preparing For Your First Holiday Season in Recovery. The holidays should be a time for gathering, celebrating, expressing gratitude, and reflecting. Still, oftentimes, they bring stress and worry, especially to those who are struggling with underlying issues such as substance abuse. The first year of sobriety, especially during the holiday season, can be a sea
Seeking professional help for a substance use disorder or mental health disorder can be daunting at first. Will you like your therapist? What if the treatment doesn’t work? How will it feel about divulging your darkest moments to a stranger? These are common thoughts that many of us go through when we are first entering
