There are many misconceptions regarding substance use and mental health. Many of these misconceptions are harmful to those suffering from these diseases. If someone doesn’t have personal experience with substance use and mental health, they…
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Knowing the warning signs of addiction is important. If a loved one is struggling, you’ll be able to help them get the help they need. You may not see them at first if you don’t…
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Finding a professional that you connect with can be a difficult task. It’s also an important one that you must give ample thought to. If you don’t feel like you can trust the person you’re…
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We have previously discussed how addiction is not a choice, it is a disease. The more we talk about addiction as a disease, the less stigma there will be in the world surrounding substance use…
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During these unprecedented times, as we deal with COVID-19 in our current environment, it can be difficult to know when it’s safe to reconnect again. As our state plans its reopening process, The Arbor wants…
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Recovery from an addiction can be difficult because of all the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and mental illnesses. Much of this stigma comes from those who are not struggling with these sorts of things.…
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Deciding you need treatment for a substance use disorder or a co-occurring mental illness can be a difficult thing. Actually reaching out for help can feel like an uphill battle you aren’t ready for. Arbor…
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Knowing what you can and cannot control is an important tool to have during your recovery from substance use or a co-occurring mental illness. Many people use control as a defense mechanism. The more they…
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“It may go against our instinct, but there is much to be gained when we stretch beyond our comfort zone,” says Sarah Tasker. For Tasker, she would stretch beyond her creative comfort zone as a…
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