The Importance of the UnitedHealth Ruling
This article discusses current events regarding insurance reimbursement of addiction treatment. It is useful content if you or a family member are working with your insurance plan to cover addiction treatment. Please read this.
I Have Mild Depression … Should I Take Meds?
What makes Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) a clinical condition is the presence of dysfunction. This article reviews some of the data analysis for patients experiencing mild symptoms of depression and whether or not they should consider antidepressant medication. Find out more.
Psychic Determinism
Psychic determinism is an abstract concept used in certain forms of psychotherapy. It basically means that people make happen what they want to make happen. This article explains one of the most core psychological principles used in dynamic psychotherapy. Read the full article.
5 Things Every Therapist Wants You to Know
What is going on behind the scenes in treatment? What are some of the common perspectives of clinical therapists as they are working to help others heal? This article raises some of these questions and is useful for anyone seeking treatment.
Structured vs. Open Support
Once someone starts to engage in the process of change, they might want to reach out for additional resources. Some of the most appropriate agents of change can be peer support sponsors or therapists. This article is useful if you are searching for a sponsor or therapist and are trying to make a good fit.
Is it a Good Idea to Move if I’m Addicted?
Are you or someone you know looking to relocate amidst experiencing an active addiction? This question is most commonly asked by a peer or family member of the person struggling. How should we break this question down? Find out more.
Adding or Increasing Medication
This article discusses the pros and cons of increasing the dose of a medication as compared to adding an additional medication. If you are taking medication and feel that you have hit a wall, this article may be for you. Click here to read this short article.
Top 5 Reasons People Leave Treatment Early
One of the most predictive factors of someone building a successful recovery is their length of time in treatment. Why are people leaving treatment early? This article is helpful for family members seeking to be supportive of the treatment engagement process.
Differentiating Goals
How often have you heard someone ask you “What are your goals?” It’s one of the most common questions asked by a therapist, especially as someone begins treatment. This question is necessary to help the counselor develop a course of therapy. Do you want to know more?
Empathy Needs to be Mutual
This appetite for empathy can sometimes feel overwhelming to loved ones as they feel the need to continuously show empathy for their addicted family member. This can culminate in someone feeling burned out, callous or detached. Discover how this affects everyone involved.