PTSD is a complicated condition that can be overwhelming for people who suffer from it and their loved ones. People with the condition may feel as though they will never get over the trauma that left them feeling anxious, fearful and emotionally shattered. If you...
When you think of an alcoholic, you probably imagine someone who has trouble keeping a handle on their life. But a high-functioning alcoholic doesn’t necessarily hit rock bottom or exhibit traditional signs of alcoholism. A functional alcoholic can maintain a job, keep up with daily...
Learn new ways to cope with internal and external addiction relapse triggers so that you can overcome them and avoid relapse....
To this day, drunk driving contributes significantly to the number of injuries and deaths related to alcohol. In the US alone, drunk drivers are involved in car crashes that kill 28 people every day. Drunk driving-related accidents also cost Americans tens of billions of dollars...
Skipping meals is a common but unhealthy habit that many people pick up for various reasons: they are too busy to eat as they rush out the door; they want to lose weight, or they feel “full” on alcohol because of the “empty calories” that...
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The term comfort food alone tells us that there is a strong connection between mood and food: you choose what you eat depending on how it makes you feel. According to the American Psychological Association, stress is the leading reason why most people turn to...
The next state to legalize recreational marijuana may be New York in 2019, according to NBC News. So far, Vox reports that 13 states have decriminalized recreational cannabis and 10 states, plus the District of Columbia, have legalized marijuana for adult recreational use, according to...
New Method Wellness provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS) that address medical issues associated with detoxification and/or the provision of treatment from substance misuse. The goal of IMS is to enhance the safety of treatment services and provide medical care related to the individual’s long-term recovery....
What is kratom? Kratom, also known as ketum, is a mind-altering substance derived from a tropical tree (Mitragyna speciosa) found in Southeast Asia. It is marketed as a regular supplement to ease anxiety, increase energy and relieve pain, and it is sold in the form of...
