Break the addiction cycle by understanding how drug and alcohol addiction affects the brain. The cycle begins with a fantasy about alcohol or drugs followed by shame and guilt for giving into that fantasy. Avoid relapse and end this dangerous cycle.
Archives for 2014
How to Measure Progress in Recovery
Sometimes it’s difficult to measure progress in recovery, especially if the road to recovery is long and difficult. Listing accomplishments and tracking your feelings can help you realize just how far you’ve come since you started treatment.
The Signs and Symptoms of an Anxiety Disorder
People often confuse anxiety disorders with stress. Generalizing anxiety as stress prevents people from getting the help they need. Pay attention to the signs and symptoms of an anxiety disorder. There are specific symptoms for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorders, Social Disorder, and Social Anxiety.
7 Unfair Myths About Depression
Suffering from depression does not make a person weak. There are plenty of successful, creative, and strong people that suffer from depression. Before you can understand depression, you have to unlearn widespread and unfair myths about depression.
A Guide To Benzodiazepines and Addiction
Benzodiazepines are some of the most prescribed and abused medications in America. Benzodiazepines and addiction go hand-in-hand because of the anti-anxiety benefits of the drugs. Read about the different types of Benzodiazepines and how the affect the brain.
Celebrate Recovery Month 2014 with Morningside Recovery’s #IAmRecovery Contest!
Celebrate Recovery Month 2014 with daily Twitter contests using #IAmRecovery Contest . The person who participates the most in the contest challenges will win two-nights at the Balboa Bay Resort or a $360 prepaid Visa gift card.
Outlaw Negative Self-Talk From Your Mind
Your thoughts have the power to change your life. With time and work, you can change the way you think and completely transform your life. Start by replacing negative self-talk with positive thoughts, forgiveness, and hope.
The Effects of Narcotics, Stimulants, and Other Depressants
This straightforward and comprehensive drug guide describes the effects of narcotics, stimulants, and other depressants on the brain and body. Although many of these drugs are prescribed for legitimate health problems, many people abuse them for their pain-killing, stimulating, and relaxing effects.
What Kids Need to Know About Drugs and Alcohol
There is a lot of misinformation from peers and even parents about drugs and alcohol. Many kids have heard about illegal street drugs like meth and marijuana, but have no idea about the dangers of legal prescription pills. This is what kids need to know about drugs and alcohol.