Deciding to stop using drugs and alcohol is always a good one. There are times of the year that may be a bit more difficult to manage as you work on staying sober. The summer months can be of particular concern if you and your friends are used to engaging in these substances. When staying…
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Bipolar disorder is characterized by periods of high energy and times of deep depression. For those who do not have their condition managed well, living with bipolar disorder becomes difficult. Every day can seem like a new challenge, and living a life you love becomes difficult to do. With bipolar disorder treatment, it is possible…
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Bulimia is a progressive condition that has the potential to create serious health risks, including some that are life-threatening. A person with this condition eats in secret, often binging large amounts of food as they feel a loss of control. Then, they purge that food to remove the calories from their bodies. Done over and…
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Each day is a struggle for men and women battling post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to past experiences. The month of June each year is PTSD Awareness Month. It’s a time to talk about and recognize what this condition is, what it does to a person’s future, and how to make significant changes in your…
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If you are living in a sober living home or are in rehab aftercare, you may be starting to venture back out to do normal activities with friends and family. This can be a tough time for people when holidays strike, but you don’t have to be worried. You can have an exciting, sober holiday…
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Many people that enter into a drug or alcohol addiction treatment program also suffer from one or several underlying mental health conditions. These underlying conditions often remain undiagnosed, as they are seen as a result of substance addiction. In reality, these underlying mental health issues oftentimes actually lead to or, at minimum, intensify the addictions.…
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At Alina Lodge, we understand that when a loved one is suffering from an addiction or a mental illness, family members can find themselves at a loss for direction. It’s not uncommon for families to feel overwhelmed with making decisions. Finding the right kind of help for their loved one can also be stressful. At…
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Childhood trauma can have an impact on a person’s entire life. It has been linked to cases of substance abuse and mental health disorders. Healing from childhood trauma is the only way to move past it, and for that, many students do well with a trauma therapy program. At Alina Lodge, we’re here to help…
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People who have dual diagnoses or substance use disorders may benefit from a residential treatment program. This type of addiction treatment program can be beneficial for those who have severe addictions or who have been dealing with the disorder for a longer period of time. However, a residential treatment program can be effective for people…
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Cocaine abuse has to be taken seriously. Cocaine is a powerful stimulant that is rarely used in medicine. For that reason, it’s a Schedule II drug, which means that it has a high potential for addiction. At Alina Lodge, we offer cocaine addiction treatment to people dealing with addiction. We’re here to help whenever they’re…
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