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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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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How To Heal From Emotional Trauma

Recovering From the Effects of Traumatic Experiences Table of Contents Recovering From the Effects of Traumatic Experiences Definition of Emotional Trauma Symptoms of Emotional Trauma Trauma, ASD and PTSD Trauma and PTSD in the Brain Risks of Untreated Trauma Trauma and Addiction Tactics to Treat Emotional Trauma Inpatient Treatment for Emotional Trauma and PTSD Daily…

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Opiate Addiction Treatment

Opiate Addiction Treatment of Addictive and Dangerous Drugs Table of Contents What Are Opioids? Who Is at Risk of Opioid Addiction? Opioid Addiction Signs & Symptoms Opioid Withdrawal Symptoms Opioid Addiction Treatment at Emerald Isle Health & Recovery Medication-Assisted Treatment in Arizona for Opioid Addiction Costs of Opioid Addiction Treatment Take the First Step Toward…

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Family Therapy Mental Health Surprise, AZ

Family Therapy for Mental Health in Surprise, Arizona Table of Contents Family Therapy for Mental Health in Surprise, Arizona Why is Support from Family Important? Building Strong Support Systems Understanding Your Mental Health How Family Therapy for Mental Health in Surprise, Arizona Can Help What to Expect from Family Therapy for Mental Health in Surprise,…

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Cocaine Addiction Treatment

Understanding Cocaine Addiction and Abuse Table of Contents What Is Cocaine? How Do Cocaine and Crack Cocaine Differ? Cocaine Statistics in Arizona & Beyond What Are the Effects of Cocaine Use? Physical Effects of Cocaine Use Mental Effects of Cocaine Use Signs of Cocaine Addiction What Does a Cocaine Overdose Look Like? The Importance of…

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Marijuana and Depression: Using MMJ to Self-Medicate

We think of marijuana as a harmless substance, but it quickly led me to harder drugs that nearly took my life. The great people at Emerald Isle were able to get me through my struggle and open my eyes to the dangers of gateway drugs like marijuana. I’ve always dealt with depression off and on…

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Outpatient Mental Health Treatment

OUTPATIENT MENTAL HEALTH TREATMENT IN ARIZONA Table of Contents What Is Outpatient Mental Health Treatment? Benefits of Outpatient Mental Health Treatment Flexibility Cost-Effective Community Support Individualized Care Outpatient Mental Health Treatment in Arizona Is Outpatient Treatment Right for Me? Outpatient Mental Health Care Is Better For… Inpatient Mental Health Care Is Better For… Comprehensive Treatments…

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