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Finding the Desire to Change from Within
When choosing to change one’s behavior, the motivation to do so must inevitably come from within the individual themself. No matter how badly one’s parents, siblings, significant other or friends…
September 28, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Addiction Treatment
The Six Steps Between Addiction and Freedom
No two journeys toward sobriety are ever the same. Every individual deserves treatment catered to his or her unique needs and each timeline will differ. While each person’s experience in recovery is…
September 21, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Addiction Treatment
Recognizing Signs of Drug Addiction in Yourself
Drug addiction is considered to be a serious disorder of the brain and it should be holistically treated as such by medical professionals. Am I addicted to drugs? Drug use can quickly spiral from…
September 16, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Health
The Value of Nutrition in Recovery
Nutrition and addiction Addiction can disrupt your life in many ways, and your nutrition is one of the big ones. Addiction to alcohol, opiates and other substances can cause effects like: Not eating…
August 28, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Addiction Treatment
Say Goodbye to Your Prescription Drug Addiction Today
Too often, someone who is prescribed medication does not take the drug according to the doctor’s order. This can build up a tolerance to the substance and eventually progresses to an addiction. While…
August 21, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Recovery
Trauma-Sensitive Yoga: Healing for the Body and Mind
In This Blog... Ever feel like talk therapy isn’t doing the trick? You’re not alone. Many people supplement their traditional treatment with trauma-sensitive yoga to heal both the body and the mind.…
August 14, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Addiction Treatment
What is Equine Therapy?
Equine therapy is a lesser-known, but greatly beneficial, therapy modality with a particular focus on mindfulness, physical and mental health and wellness. The relaxing, therapeutic setting of equine…
August 6, 2021 · Silver Ridge
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The Most Lucrative Side Hustles in 2021
A little extra cash never hurt anyone. In 2020, countless Americans found themselves with a little extra time on their hands and a desire to cushion their income in the midst of an unpredictable…
July 31, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Health
Understanding and Handling Midlife Substance Abuse
Most everyone is familiar with the term “midlife crisis,” manifested in behaviors like buying a motorcycle or engaging in somewhat reckless or random actions. Midlife is no joking manner and can pose…
July 23, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Alcohol Addiction
The Key to De-stressing Without Turning to Alcohol
Many people turn to alcohol use as a way to unwind at the end of the day, deal with hardship or to let loose and have fun. Although alcohol in moderation can be a component of a healthy lifestyle,…
July 16, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Opioid Addiction
What Makes Opioids Addictive?
What are opioids? Opioids are substances that produce a euphoric, pain-relieving effect on the user. Natural, synthetic, and semisynthetic opioids are legally and commonly prescribed by physicians,…
July 9, 2021 · Silver Ridge
Health
Potential Benefits and Risks of Benzodiazepines
What are benzodiazepines used for? Benzodiazepines are a class of psychoactive drugs that are currently approved to be prescribed to treat insomnia, generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety,…
July 3, 2021 · Silver Ridge