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Demystifying EMDR

Friday, May 18th, 2012

This treatment process sounds complicated, but it’s really simple and can produce some surprising insights and positive results.

The therapy method EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is being used more widely in the treatment of substance abuse as well as a host of other issues, but just what is it?

This comprehensive, integrative psychotherapy approach contains elements of many effective psychotherapies and is designed to maximize treatment effects. It includes elements of psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, interpersonal, experiential, and body-centered therapies, according to the EMDR Institute. (more…)

Tags: Addiction Therapy, EMDR, Trauma Therapy
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Music’s Healing Power

Monday, May 7th, 2012

Studies show that tuning in can help lower anxiety levels, lessen pain and improve mood, so pull out your old record collection or charge up that iPod. What are you waiting for?

Music can definitely be healing to our souls, but new research shows it has benefits for our bodies, too. Who hasn’t turned to their iPod to soothe the hurt of a bad break-up or to provide the soundtrack for a relaxing road trip? We knew music was medicinal, but now there’s scientific proof.

Music has the power to reduce feelings of physical pain and boost memory, according to the Mayo Clinic. Researchers from Drexel University have also found that cancer patients who either listened to music or worked with a music therapist were able to lower their anxiety levels. The research, conducted by the Cochrane Collaboration, included nearly 2,000 cancer patients and found that those who participated in music not only had decreased anxiety, but better blood pressure levels and improved moods. Listening to music can also help you feel less pain, especially if you’re anxiety-prone. (more…)

Tags: Emotional Health, Healing, Recovery
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HRT and Addiction

Monday, November 15th, 2010

Hormone Replacement Therapy’s benefits have long been touted for regulating imbalances, but do they also help women avoid addictive urges?

When women reach “a certain age,” there can be a lot of talk about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT). Female hormones are potent modulators of brain chemicals, neurotransmitters like serotonin and dopamine. When these hormones and brain chemicals are imbalanced, in addition to causing depression, anxiety and insomnia, the imbalance can also cause drug and alcohol cravings. (more…)

Tags: Addiction, Hormone Replacement Therapy
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Bipolar’s Addiction Risk

Monday, November 8th, 2010

Bipolar sufferers are aware of the emotional issues it causes, but they also need to know it puts them at higher risk of substance abuse.

Bipolar disorder can bring on mood swings, mania, panic and a deep depression. Add to that the results of a 1990 study that showed 56 percent of bipolar patients also have a substance abuse problem, and the situation just gets worse.

Co-occurring Disorders

Treatment for co-occurring disorders in drug and alcohol treatment programs is becoming more common as the experts understand that often mental disorders like bipolar, depression, anxiety and PTSD go hand-in-hand with addiction. Often, it stems from individuals trying to self-medicate their mental health issues using substances like cocaine, methamphetamines, marijuana or opioids. In the case of bipolar this can be particularly dangerous as it makes the symptoms worse, not better. (more…)

Tags: Bipolar Disorder, Substance Abuse
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Mindfulness In DBT

Monday, October 25th, 2010

Mindfulness is a major component of the Dialectical Behavior Therapy process. How does it work and why is it essential to DBT?

Mindfulness can work in any area of life, enhancing our experiences and helping us to remain in the moment, but it’s particularly powerful in DBT, which relies heavily on the Eastern-based tradition. Mindfulness starts with what are referred to as the “what” skills. This process has three components:

Observe – This is used to non-judgmentally observe one’s environment within or outside oneself. It is helpful in understanding what is going on in any given situation. (more…)

Tags: Addiction Recovery, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Substance Abuse Treatment
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