Substance use disorder causes many problems, including marital issues. While you may love someone who’s addicted to drugs or alcohol, you may hate the way addiction makes them act and the things it makes them do. You may feel shame, disappointment, or anger toward your spouse. You may feel lonely or abandoned. These are all…
Addiction recovery is challenging, but co-occurring disorders bring even more obstacles to the table. Anxiety, depression, and panic are common conditions that happen alongside addiction. As a result, for recovery to happen, you must address and treat these issues as well. If you think someone you love may suffer from substance use disorder complicated by a second…
When substance use disorder comes to your family, and it lays claim to the son or nephew you love, Red Oak Recovery is waiting to help. Red Oak Recovery is a drug and alcohol addiction treatment center in North Carolina that helps young men find lifelong recovery. We help families every day. We can help…
Do you have trouble showing your emotions? As a young male in the 21st century, do you feel pressure to keep your emotions in check and put on a brave face for the world? If so, gender-specific treatment may be a more practical option when you’re trying to recover from substance use disorder. As a…
Depression is a devastating condition. It is a type of mental health disorder that can seem to happen for no reason. Men and women are prone to it. So are teens. When depression hits, it can feel overwhelming and impossible to deal with on your own. If you have the signs of depression, you do…
Alcohol can be a misleading, worrisome drug. Though it is readily available and most people over the age of 21 use it regularly, for many people, it can lead to addiction. The development of alcohol use disorder can leave a person unable to maintain their physical health, and, over time, it may impact relationships as…
There is no doubt what you’ve been through during your addiction has changed your life. At this point, you may feel as though you no longer have control and that you will always struggle. That does not have to be the case. Getting treatment can help. While it may be tempting to find a local…
Heroin is a highly addictive substance. It can control every aspect of your life. It can limit your ability to function throughout the day. It can also lead to health complications and overdose. Yet, some people may have more success in controlling it than others. It goes without saying that it is never a good…
One of the most important decisions you can make is to enter into treatment for men who are dealing with addiction. If you are looking for a men’s rehab program in Boston, MA, consider out of state care, too. This treatment option will give you the opportunity to heal, rebuild, and reshape your future. Many…
What are the dangers of social media? There are some that most people talk about, such as children being accessible to risks. You may have your identity stolen. There are additional risks to social media, though. In some ways, it can contribute to drug and alcohol addictions. It can also lead to complex mental health…