Substance abuse can have serious effects on your life, health, and relationships. When you have an addiction problem, it can be difficult to admit that you need help. However, recognizing the signs that you need a drug rehab program can be crucial to turning your life around. Let’s examine some common signs that you may…
No matter how serious the condition, lifelong recovery from addiction is possible for everyone. However, finding motivation for change can be tough, especially when overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, and real-life obligations. So, if you or a loved one is struggling with finding motivation for addiction recovery, San Antonio Recovery Center’s motivational enhancement therapy can work…
Unhealthy habits, if left unchecked, can quickly lead to addiction. However, identifying the bad habits that lead to addiction and replacing them with positive lifestyle changes will bring lasting happiness and fulfillment. If you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use disorder, San Antonio Recovery Center’s cognitive-behavioral therapy program can help you…
The idea of therapy often conjures the classic milieu of a patient and a therapist alone in a dark-lit, comfortable room discussing their emotions. Certainly, individual therapy remains a cornerstone of addiction treatment even if it isn’t conducted in quite so stereotypical a way. Group therapy is another method used by many addiction treatment providers.…
Xanax is a widely prescribed medication in the United States. It is also incredibly addictive, with a high potential for abuse. Doctors prescribe Xanax for people with severe anxiety or panic issues, as it can produce a calming effect. However, the drug can also have some undesired effects on your brain. Some of these include…
Committing to addiction recovery is the first step towards long-term wellness and sobriety. However, as the months and years roll by, motivation levels may start to wane, and the stressors of daily life might tempt individuals back to their old ways. Yet, with a robust long-term recovery plan, such relapses can be prevented. If you…
Individual therapy involves a therapist working one-on-one with a patient to work through personal issues and challenges. In fact, it’s one of the primary elements of a comprehensive treatment plan for addressing addiction or mental health disorders. Patients engaged in a round of individual therapy attend sessions at least weekly. Most sessions last between one…
Individual therapy is a tried-and-true intervention for alcoholism. In fact, it’s a leading treatment method used by addiction treatment providers like San Antonio Recovery Center. Individual therapy treats alcoholism by getting at the root causes behind an addiction and helping people modify thoughts and behaviors to better support sobriety. Self-understanding and self-acceptance are often lacking…
Addiction is a serious disease affecting not just one’s mental and physical health but also their relationships, career, finances, and life goals. Addiction therapy allows you to stop avoiding your problems, steering you back on the path of wellness, sobriety, and fulfillment. So, if you or a loved one is struggling with a substance use…
Communication is the cornerstone of a good relationship between you and a significant other, so it’s normal for those in recovery to want to share their experience with someone they are seeing. Romantic relationships are complex, and many professionals will not recommend starting a new relationship during the first year of recovery. After that, though,…
