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...
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...
A drug and alcohol addiction can quickly take control of a person’s life if it is not managed quickly. It can lead to a person withdrawing from friends and family, problems at work, and financial troubles. Getting treatment for addiction is very important so that you...
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...
Millions of Americans struggle with a substance abuse disorder every year—unfortunately, just a small percentage of people who need treatment access addiction treatment at a specialized facility. Many factors play a role here. One of them is that it can be hard for...