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An Examination of the Efficacy of Brainspotting
John Dyben, DHSc | Chief of Research and Innovation Download a PDF of the white paper. A Preliminary Examination of the Efficacy of Brainspotting with Patients in Residential Treatment for Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Trauma Related Disorders Trauma and...
Hanley Foundation Acquires Origins Behavioral HealthCare
A New Era for Recovery: Hanley Foundation Acquires Origins Behavioral HealthCare, Promising Unrivaled Support Hanley Foundation proudly announces the acquisition of Origins Behavioral HealthCare, marking a momentous stride in its mission to eliminate addiction through...
What Is Hangxiety?
The morning after a night of excessive drinking can bring more than just a pounding headache and queasy stomach; it often ushers in a wave of hangover anxiety. This lesser-discussed aspect of post-drinking discomfort can trigger intense feelings of unease, guilt, and...
Alcohol’s Effects On Cardiovascular System
Alcohol's effects on your cardiovascular system can be substantial and complex. Without being aware of the influence of your drinking habits on your heart, you may be putting your health at risk every time you consume beer, wine, or liquor. In this article, we will...
How To Deal With Drunk Relatives Over The Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, so does the possibility of a problematic family scenario: an intoxicated relative spoiling the festivities. Many of us have been in this uncomfortable and stressful scenario. In this blog post, we'll look at the challenges of dealing...
Overdose Deaths On The Rise
An alarming surge in overdose deaths affects communities in every city and state. The crisis involves a variety of substances, with opioids, particularly synthetic opioids like fentanyl, as the most common contributor, and prescription painkillers, heroin, cocaine,...
Importance of Aftercare
An inpatient substance use treatment program can be an effective way to start living a sober life, but what you choose to do next is equally critical. People who finish a program and return to their daily lives with no structured ongoing support are more likely to...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Alcoholism
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is an evidence-based treatment for alcohol use disorders that helps you to learn to change thinking patterns. CBT teaches the skills and strategies you need in real time to become and stay sober. In this blog post, we'll introduce...
How to Quit Drinking When Your Spouse Still Drinks
The greatest influence on your life typically comes from family members, friends and peers, educators and instructors, mentors and role models, and your spouse. When you're trying to live a sober life, exposure to any of these people who are drinking heavily can...
What is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome?
Embarking on the path to recovery from addiction is a courageous journey that often involves overcoming the challenges of withdrawal. While most people are familiar with the acute withdrawal symptoms that arise immediately after substance cessation, there's a...
Evidence-Based Therapies for Substance Abuse
Substance abuse can take a devastating toll on individuals' lives, affecting their physical health, relationships, and overall well-being. Fortunately, there is a range of evidence-based therapies that have shown remarkable effectiveness in helping individuals...
Alcohol-Related Deaths
The decision to seek help for alcohol misuse is an important one, as problem drinking can lead to fatal consequences. If you have been contemplating how to get sober and stay sober, it's important to recognize the dangers that continued drinking presents to your...
Coping Skills for Long-Term Sobriety
Coping skills offer a framework for healthy social-emotional development that can be applied in many different kinds of situations throughout life. People who don't learn them early in life and practice them may face increasingly difficult circumstances without the...
What is THCa?
The availability of a form of cannabis known as THCa is on the rise across the United States, yet you may be unaware of its impact on your loved ones. Knowing how it’s acquired, its risk to consumers, and what dangers could come from consuming unregulated products...
What Is Tranq?
An emerging threat in Florida and beyond is coming from a decades-old medicine developed solely for use in animals. The medication Xylazine, known on the street as "tranq" or "tranq dope," has gotten the attention of both law enforcement and health officials because...
Complex Childhood PTSD
Several factors can lead to children with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD) receiving delayed or restricted support early in life. These elements might differ based on the circumstances and setting. Still, some common causes include a lack of awareness,...
What are ACES?
If you experienced a form of childhood trauma, you might not be aware of how it directly and indirectly impacts your physical and mental health as an adult. Those traumatic or distressful chapters of your early life are known in the world of treatment as adverse...
Complex PTSD and Memory Loss
Psychological conditions, from depression to anxiety, can be a factor in memory loss among adults of any age. You may not know how one of these conditions, Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD), could contribute to memory loss related to a specific event or...
What is Xylazine?
A powerful sedative approved for use as a tranquilizer by Food and Drug Administration has been identified as a new threat in the sale of illegal drugs in America. It’s not one taken by itself, though. The drug called xylazine, referred to as “tranq”, is being added...
Depression and Alcohol
It can be difficult to understand how depression and alcohol misuse are related, especially if you're struggling with depression on your own. While every individual's journey is unique, there may be certain factors that can lead to an increase in substance use among...
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