When it comes to treating Substance Use Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder in couples, studies are showing that Behavioral Couples Therapy is more effective than Individual Behavioral Therapy. The NCBI has found that in multiple studies patients who participate in BCT have consistently reported
Statistics Support the Efficacy of Behavioral Couples Therapy
We’re Hiring National Business Development Reps!
We are adding new, experienced team members to our growing Morningside Recovery family! We are currently seeking National Business Development Reps. All positions are full-time with competitive salary, health benefits, and advancement opportunities. For more information or to be considered for the
Young Rapper ‘Lil Peep’ Dies from Fatal Xanax and Fentanyl Overdose
Rapper Lil Peep, born Gustav Åhr, was found dead in his tour bus on November 15 in Tucson, Arizona. The young artist found his start when he posted his work on a popular music streaming website, SoundCloud, in 2015. He was quickly rising to fame as his unique emo hip-hop sound caught the attention
An Addiction and Mental Health Inpatient Program Designed for Couples
Addiction treatment centers all over the country offer help to addicts seeking a life free of addiction. However, most of these facilities only offer treatment for individuals that are fighting for their sobriety. Odds are, most facilities do not offer treatment for couples seeking a drug-free life.
Does Adoption Lead to a Higher Risk of Addiction?
Family is seen as being a primary influence in most people’s lives from the time of birth. A child grows, has experiences and learns new skills appropriate to their age level. The hopeful expectation is that as the young person transitions to adolescence and adulthood, he or she will mature into a
5 Rock Songs that Tackle Drug Use
The recent death of rock and roll icon Tom Petty has led many to wonder if his history of drug abuse played a factor in his shocking demise. At just 66, the Heartbreaker was found non-responsive from cardiac arrest on October 2, 2017. Many of his songs tackle drug use and describe his
The Nuts and Bolts of Heroin Use
For family members and friends of an addict, heroin use is one of the most feared substance abuse problems. It’s known to give the fastest, highest of highs, but destroys lives just as quickly. Produced from morphine, which originates in the opium poppy, heroin comes in different forms, and is
Yes, Alcohol Can Cause Cancer
Can alcohol cause cancer? Alcohol, like anything in life, is damaging when consumed in excess. And while bad hangovers are enough to point many people to the fact that excessive drinking can be harmful to the body, alcohol addiction can leave alcoholics with profound health issues, including
Common Causes of PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, known as PTSD, is a psychiatric disorder that arises after suffering a traumatizing event. Research shows that an estimated 24.4 million people in America -- 8% of the population -- experience PTSD at any given time, equivalent to the entire population of Texas.