Stress can play a major role in substance use disorders. For many people struggling with addiction, self-medicating to deal with stress is a coping mechanism, albeit negative. The cognitive-behavioral therapy sessions we offer at Olympic Behavioral Health can help...
The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that approximately 2 million Americans have an opioid use disorder. Some opioids are prescription drugs for pain relief, and others, such as heroin and fentanyl, are illicit. All opioids, regardless of the source, are...
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA), more than 14 million Americans had an alcohol use disorder in 2019. Alcohol abuse refers to excessive alcohol despite the harm it may cause to your health, relationships, and more. If you are...
When drug use becomes habitual, it can be very hard to quit. It can take a long time, and you might be worried about relapsing. The best way to safely and successfully become sober is to seek treatment. There are many options for treatment, and it is important to find...
What helps you achieve your goals? What motivates you to continue working towards something, even when it is difficult? These are questions that you might be asked in motivational interviewing. It can be hard to quit when it comes to addiction if you don’t see any...
Becoming sober after living with drug addiction is very difficult, but once you have overcome the addiction, your life will change for the better. It is a major accomplishment that you should be proud of. Once you have finished a treatment program and are ready to...
There are many options to choose from when it comes to getting help for your addiction. You want to find a treatment that helps you through the recovery process and helps prevent relapse. It may be stressful trying to find the right choice for you. Consider the matrix...
Struggling with addiction can mean different things for different people. It can mean isolating yourself or having a tough time managing your social and professional life. No matter what your situation is, it is difficult to quit. Quitting a substance is not something...
People may turn to drugs for any number of reasons. Whether it’s because of peer pressure, curiosity, stress, mental health concerns, or another reason, using drugs often winds up having adverse effects in the long term. Many illegal drugs or legal drugs used outside...