Rehab for Weed: Considering Help for Cannabis

Marijuana addiction is a very real phenomenon and one that is becoming increasingly common as the drug becomes more socially acceptable. While marijuana might not be as physically addictive as some other substances, it can be just as difficult to break free from its grip as other forms of hard drug addiction. A rehab for…

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Former Philadelphia Flyer Chris Therien Reflects on His Journey to Recovery

This past month, former Philadelphia Flyers Chris Therien celebrated 10 impressive years sober. After 15 long years of struggling with addiction, relapses — eventually making his way to his journey to recovery — Therien is ready to share his story and spread awareness on the dangers of addictions.   Table of Contents   From Social…

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Inpatient Treatment For Depression – How Mental Health Facilities Help Your Depression

The Importance of Inpatient Treatment For Depression Table of Contents The Importance of Inpatient Treatment For Depression Depression Basics How Can You Tell If You Have Depression? What are the Methods of Treating Depression? Who Needs Inpatient Mental Health Facilities for Depression? DUAL DIAGNOSIS: SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND MENTAL DISORDERS HOW INPATIENT DEPRESSION TREATMENT CAN HELP…

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September is National Recovery Month!

Now in its 32nd year, National Recovery Month is observed every September as a way to spread awareness and education on addiction and mental health; help to break the stigma of addiction, and celebrate those who have made tremendous progress in their path to recovery. In addition, we also celebrate the advancements made in treatments…

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How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Recovery

Dating Someone in Recovery The way that we feel about Valentine’s Day usually depends on where our love life is at. That’s just the nature of the holiday. If you’re dating someone in recovery this guide is dedicated to showing: ‘How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day In Recovery,’ for yourself or your partner. Valentine’s Day is…

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What Is Pathological Grief Disorder?

The grief process looks a little different for everyone. There is no timetable that you can put on it. Individual reactions to grief manifest in many ways. It took me many years to get over my brother’s tragic death. It crippled every aspect of my life and had me in a cycle of depression that…

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Moral Reconation Therapy

Morality is a fluid thing, but it has an extreme impact on how we see the world and interact with it. Moral Reconation Therapy is a method of treatment that can help a person come to terms with their current situation. In our guide, we explore what exactly this form of therapy does and how…

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What are Dissociative Disorders?

During mentally and physically traumatic events, the brain often uses some form of defense mechanism to avoid long-term damage from the trauma. For example, let’s say you were being beaten severely or tortured. The mind can’t fathom this situation, so it’s unable to process what’s going on at the moment. When this happens, the individual…

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Tiktok Mental Health

Way back, before TikTok was even a thought in the creator’s mind – a decade before Instagram, and nearly a half-decade before Facebook – yes, way back to the Myspace era, an article was written regarding virtual support groups and social media platforms for mental and physical health conditions that encouraged the exaggeration, or full-blown…

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How to Treat Childhood Trauma in Adults

Sometimes the past doesn’t remain in the past. It may come as a shock to someone who suffered childhood trauma to find that the traumatic issues they faced as a kid persists in adulthood. It’s natural to be concerned that your past traumatic experiences will have a negative impact on your present well-being, relationships, and…

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7 Stages of Trauma Bonding

What is trauma bonding? Table of Contents What is trauma bonding? How do trauma bonds begin? How to get out of an emotionally abusive relationship What kind of people are vulnerable to trauma bonds? What type of trauma leads to a trauma bond? How to recover from an abusive relationship Trauma bonding and Stockholm syndrome…

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Childhood Trauma Test

Why Test for Childhood Trauma? Table of Contents Why Test for Childhood Trauma? What is an ACE? ACE childhood trauma test What tests can be done for ACEs? How to reduce the mental illness impact of ACEs The CDC-Kaiser ACE study ACEs and addiction ACEs and mental health How childhood sexual abuse can affect adults…

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14 Signs of Repressed Childhood Trauma in Adults

What is trauma? Table of Contents What is trauma? Signs of repressed childhood trauma in adults Anxiety disorders Depression Dissociative Episodes Low self-esteem Anger Hypervigilance What can cause childhood trauma? Forms of Abuse Neglect as a Child Treatments for Unresolved childhood trauma Childhood trauma: You’re not alone Treat repressed childhood trauma at Emerald Isle When…

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Safe and Sound Protocol

Helpful Approaches to Dealing with Trauma Table of Contents Helpful Approaches to Dealing with Trauma What is the Safe and Sound Protocol? What does the sound protocol (SSP) involve? SSP and social engagement systems Polyvagal theory and the autonomic nervous system Changing Stress Responses Triggered by Trauma What is the vagus nerve? What is the…

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Trauma Response Quiz

Assessing Your Struggle in the Aftermath of Traumatic Events Table of Contents Assessing Your Struggle in the Aftermath of Traumatic Events What is a Trauma Response? Trauma Response Quiz Scoring your Short Quiz Types of Therapy for Those Struggling with PTSD and Trauma Get the Help You Need for Your Trauma Response No matter whether…

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Character Defects: A 12-Step Terminology Guide

Many people who are still in addiction or newly sober have problems with character defects. They manipulate, they obsess, and they get angry inappropriately. These defects can cause serious problems for this person and the people around them. You might be familiar with some of the symptoms from your own experiences. You may even know…

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Intensive Trauma Therapy

After someone has experienced significant trauma, usually the only way of coming out of it is by doing trauma work. A successful form of treatment is known as intensive trauma therapy. If you are suffering from trauma, Emerald Isle offers a full array of therapy methods that can help with healing. Intensive trauma therapy programs…

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How to Live with an Alcoholic

Tips to Make Your Life with an Alcoholic a Little Easier Table of Contents Tips to Make Your Life with an Alcoholic a Little Easier Take Care of Your Own Mental Health Never Tolerate Physical Violence Allow Them to Suffer the Consequences Practice Good Self-Care Physically and Emotionally Seek Peer Support from Family and Friends…

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Unresolved Trauma

The Physical and Psychological Effects of Trauma Table of Contents The Physical and Psychological Effects of Trauma What is Unresolved Trauma? Physical Symptoms of Unresolved Trauma 8 Psychological Factors of Unresolved Trauma Get Help for Unresolved Trauma and Find Joy Whether you were a victim of early childhood trauma or experienced something traumatic later in…

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What Does Traumatized Mean?

Uncovering the Meaning of Psychological Trauma Table of Contents Uncovering the Meaning of Psychological Trauma Definition of Psychological Trauma What are the Symptoms of Traumatized People? Treatment for Psychological Trauma Coping with Trauma at Emerald Isle Health & Recovery Many people throw around words that have clinical meaning without regard to the actual definition of…

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What is Trauma Recovery?

Effective Programs of Recovery from a Traumatic Experience Table of Contents Effective Programs of Recovery from a Traumatic Experience A Guide to the Recovery Process from Traumatic Events What is trauma? How can a trauma event or traumatic events affect you? How can you recover from a traumatic event or events? 5 Tips to help…

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Mood Disorder vs Personality Disorder

Comparing Mood and Personality Disorders Table of Contents Comparing Mood and Personality Disorders Reviewing the Differences in Mental Health Disorders Personality disorders Mood disorders vs personality disorders Personality disorders Mood disorders and Mood Symptoms Effective mental illness treatment and healing Do you have a mental health problem and are unsure about the difference between mood…

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Emotional Scars

Understanding and Recovering from Emotional Trauma Table of Contents Understanding and Recovering from Emotional Trauma What is Emotional Trauma? Where Do Emotional Scars Come From? How to Promote Emotional Healing Take Your Time with Healing Do you have a history of difficult events that have left you reeling emotionally? While they may not be visible…

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How To Deal with Abandonment Issues

Understanding Abandonment Issues and Getting Help Table of Contents Understanding Abandonment Issues and Getting Help Healthy Relationships Vs Unhealthy Relationships Signs Of Abandonment Issues In Adults How do you cope with abandonment issues? How To Determine Your Attachment Style Long-Term Effects Overcoming The Fear of Being Abandoned What Happens In Therapy When You Talk About…

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Injustice Trauma: Examples, Effects, And Affirming Care

Understanding and Finding Care in The Context Of Injustice Trauma Table of Contents Understanding and Finding Care in The Context Of Injustice Trauma What Is Injustice Trauma? What are Some Examples Of Injustice Trauma? What are the Effects Of Injustice Trauma? Taking Your Power Back Finding Mental Health Support After Injustice Move Beyond Resilience with…

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Anxiety Stomach Pain

How the Digestive System is Impacted by Anxiety Table of Contents How the Digestive System is Impacted by Anxiety How Anxiety-Related Stomach Pain Impacts Digestive Health How Cortisol and Stress Hormones Affect the Stomach Identifying the Difference Between Anxiety-Related Stomach Issues and a Health Problem Managing the Stress Response with Therapy and Medication Getting to…

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