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For those who struggle with both trauma and addiction, it can be hard to know what to do. Some might feel as though their trauma and addiction are too severe and that they are beyond help. Others might think that they experience trauma and addiction because they are “bad” people and thus deserve to struggle.…
When people decide to enter addiction treatment, they have several choices between holistic and contemporary therapies as part of their treatment plan. Some, however, believe that they have to choose one over the other. Others may believe that one type of therapy is better than another. The truth is that holistic and contemporary therapies are…
For women in recovery, they face a wide range of challenges. The feelings of women are routinely dismissed during the best of circumstances. It’s worse, however, when a woman has to deal with mental health disorders like addiction. It can be a frustrating process that can leave a lot of women feeling discouraged and hopeless.…
When in recovery, it’s important to practice healthy self-care habits. It may be difficult to start a routine, but the more you stick with it, the easier it becomes. For some, it may be difficult to know what healthy self-care habits look like, let alone how to practice them. That is why those in addiction…
When people learn about addiction treatment and recovery, they may be surprised to learn that hobbies help. Hobbies are enjoyable activities that stimulate the mind and body. Being able to utilize a hobby can make a significant difference in how well someone handles their recovery and treatment. That is why at Painted Desert Recovery, clients…
Engaging in sober activities is important for addiction recovery. For many people, they believe that the only way they can have fun is to engage in substance use. However, you don’t have to use substances to have a great time. Many new experiences are waiting for someone to try. Sober activities aren’t just for those…
Learning how to prevent a relapse is an important part of addiction treatment at Painted Desert Recovery. This is because even though a person may be sober, everyone in society is not. There are a myriad of triggers and dangers one can face in recovery. It’s important to recognize these dangers so someone can protect…
It’s not uncommon nowadays to see a service animal or an emotional support animal (ESA) out in public. These animals provide a wide range of services as well as unconditional love and affection. The healing power of nature and animals is a well-documented phenomenon and is used frequently in addiction treatment. One such example is…