In Drug Withdrawal Stages In Addiction Recovery there are two phases that an individual goes through. The first phase, Acute Withdrawal Phase, the withdrawal syndrome lasts anywhere from 5 to 28 days with a peak in severity of symptoms at approximately 2 weeks [4, 6]. The severity of symptoms during this phase are dependant on [...]
There is no one definition of family. Different cultures and family systems influence what people define as a family. Belief systems can change over time and therefore family definement varies over time. Families are also emotional, both interacting with each other and on a connective level. With this in mind when treating substance abuse disorders [...]
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) was developed as a way to implement cognitive and behavioral changes to identify and correct problematic behaviors. Typical goals of CBT are to be able to anticipate, and identify, behavioral and cognitive problems, increasing clients self control by developing effective coping strategies, and educate the client on maladaptive thinking and behaviors [...]
Treatment for Substance Use Disorders Among College Students is available on most campuses and within the surrounding community. According to the NSDUH 2013 study, full-time college students, aged 18-22 reported that 59.4% were currently drinking and 39% reported binge drinking [3, 5]. According to a 2014 USA Today study, surveyed campus and local security directors [...]
As I reflect on 10+ years of working closely with people in pastoral ministry (men, women, students, children) who have come through all sorts of addictions (and many who unfortunately, who have not) I find a common thread in those who have succeeded in recovery and those who have relapsed. People want to know; “What’s [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.