Tag: addiction recovery
Social customs that can improve addiction recovery
Studies have shown several beneficial habits for individuals transitioning from substance use to sobriety: Peer support, meditation, and a healthy diet are some recommendations...
Year-long sobriety boosts satisfaction with life, brain functions and more
A year-long commitment to sobriety for those who struggle with a polysubstance disorder leads to mental benefits and improved brain functioning, according to a...
The promising world of relapse prevention techs
Mobile apps for telemedicine have become increasingly popular, enabling physicians to easily reach their patients. But now, more and more apps are focusing specifically...
Abstinence and social support crucial to improved quality of life after...
Maintaining abstinence and receiving social support after inpatient drug detox are key factors in improving the quality of life of an individual in recovery,...
E-health tool ORION may help change behavior in addiction recovery
The journal of Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical Problems published a study in January that determined there was an increased probability of patients in addiction...
Willpower not as important in substance abuse recovery, study
Some people believe willpower is what’s needed most when overcoming drug addiction, but a new study provides evidence that the use of recovery strategies...
Senator hopes to help those in addiction treatment centers with Clean...
A senator from West Virginia introduced a bill in the U.S. Senate earlier this month that aims to aid people in addiction treatment centers....
Can drug tests make addiction recovery more effective?
Research suggests that accurate drug tests during the addiction recovery process can be invaluable tools in fostering recovery and that removing the stigma attached...
Web-based addiction treatment shows promise in Japan
Japanese researchers examined a web-based addiction treatment program that aimed to counter cognitive behavioral relapse. The study, published in the Journal of Medical Internet...
The value of control and support in addiction recovery groups
Peer recovery group meetings are widely popular among recovering addicts and can be powerful tools in the road to sobriety for various reasons. However,...
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