Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs read more Published: December 1, 2021 Updated: January 19, 2022 The winter holidays are a difficult time to stay sober, especially New Year’s…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 15, 2021 Updated: July 20, 2021 Summertime brings with it new opportunities to get outdoors and spend time with family and friends again. For those engaging in a sober life, it can seem difficult, though, to find things to do that…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 9, 2021 Updated: April 20, 2021 A dependence on drugs or alcohol can destroy someone’s life and the lives of their loved ones. Addiction is a complex disease that has an adverse effect on relationships, finances, and responsibilities. Millions of people…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: March 5, 2021 Updated: September 21, 2021 Alcohol use disorder is the most common substance use issue, except for smoking, in the country. Also, alcohol is actually the third leading cause of death in America, behind smoking and obesity. About fifteen million…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Authored By Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs Rikia Ancar, LMFT – Clinical Director of Adult Programs read more Published: November 30, 2020 Updated: January 19, 2022 Is it possible to stay sober during the holidays? With the traditional activities…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: October 5, 2020 Updated: November 17, 2020 While many Halloween parties may involve alcohol, you can have a sober Halloween without substances and still enjoy yourself. Planning for the holiday season will make it easier to avoid drinking Halloween. Plus, you can…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 11, 2019 Updated: December 1, 2021 Addiction is a chronic disease, such as heart disease, and therefore is treatable. However, treatment for addiction to drugs or alcohol is not a cure, although it can be successfully managed. Treatment for addiction to…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: November 4, 2019 Updated: December 1, 2021 According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, recovery is a process of change where people strive to improve their lives to reach a healthier, happier existence. However, the road to recovery from…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: July 5, 2019 Updated: April 8, 2020 Things happen. Sometimes, there’s nothing you can do about it. Your job lays you off. Someone steals your car. Your rent goes up. Other times, maybe a little thought would have prevented it. You run…
Added By Fort Behavioral Health Fort Behavioral Health Meet The Editorial Team Published: June 28, 2019 Updated: April 8, 2020 “The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals. Call 1-800-273-TALK (8255).” Addiction does…