Art therapy is a form of holistic therapy that uses art, music, dance, or other creative methods to help individuals through recovery. Art and music therapy are often used in substance abuse treatment, dual-diagnosis, and trauma treatment programs. According to an article by Lydia Aletraris available through the U.S. National Library of Medicine and the…
As a parent, it may seem hard to draw the line in knowing when your teen needs professional help for drug or alcohol use and when they just are experimenting. When are teens just being teens? The truth is that there is no amount of drug or alcohol use that is acceptable for a child…
Meth abuse remains such a devastating problem in the United States that some are calling the meth epidemic. According to the 2015 National Drug Threat Survey, 33% of respondents reported meth as the highest drug threat in their areas. Furthermore, due to the plunge of cocaine availability in recent years, methamphetamine use is continuing to…
Art and music therapy are part of holistic therapy practices. These unique treatment options are often part of an overall substance use treatment program. While mainstream use of these practices is relatively new, the idea of using them for treatment is not. Art and music therapy go together in ways that you might find surprising.…
Dealing with addiction is difficult. However, going through recovery on your own is even more challenging. Therefore, most people who have substance use disorders will seek help from a recovery center. Through the assistance of the caring staff and others in the program, you will find that your recovery efforts do not have to happen…
Going to an addiction recovery center can be both exciting and scary. While you know that you made an excellent decision to help yourself overcome substance use, you may also feel uncertain about what will happen. Yet, you can rest assured that recovery is the best choice. There are a variety of things to look…
Understanding the connection between trauma and addiction can help a person to get the treatment they need for both issues. However, what is trauma therapy and what benefits does it offer? Further, how exactly do trauma and addiction interact? Below we’ll explore the relationship between trauma and addiction and the benefits of trauma therapy sessions…
Over the years, a myriad of behavior adjustment programs have been created to help manage drug addiction and other issues. These include CBT and DBT, two similar options that vary in subtle ways. Thankfully, we at Memphis Recovery Centers can help. Our specialists fully understand these programs and can help you settle the CBT vs.…
Addiction damages many areas of your life. For this reason, and because of how substance abuse changes your brain and body, you need many types of treatment to recover and rebuild. Recreation therapy is one such method. Quality rehab programs incorporate recreation into a mix of therapies designed for your best success in treatment and…
Drug addiction is a compulsive and chronic disease. People who don’t suffer from addiction often struggle to understand its complexity, which is why addiction treatment programs involve multiple steps. Learn more about taking that first step. If you or a loved one is struggling with addiction, seek treatment from a professional rehab center. Memphis Recovery…