10 Sep Binge Eating What Are the Symptoms of Binge Eating Disorder? August 30, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Key Takeaways Frequent Binge Episodes: A binge eating disorder involves regular episodes of consuming large amounts of food in a s... Continue reading
29 Aug Outpatient Addiction Treatment How Intensive Outpatient Rehab Supports Long-Term Recovery August 19, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Intensive Outpatient Rehab (IOP) is a critical component in the continuum of addiction treatment, offering a flexible yet structured ap... Continue reading
13 Aug Addiction Treatment Sober Dating in Recovery: Building Healthy Relationships August 12, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Sober dating in recovery can be both rewarding and challenging. As you navigate the dating world while maintaining sobriety, it's essen... Continue reading
08 Aug Addiction Treatment Benefits of Aromatherapy in Addiction Recovery August 12, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Aromatherapy, a form of complementary therapy, is becoming increasingly popular in supporting individuals on their journey to overcome ... Continue reading
30 Jul addiction, Alcohol The Dangers of Mixing (Benzos) Benzodiazepine and Alcohol July 29, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Summary Mixing benzodiazepines (benzos) and alcohol can lead to severe health risks, including overdose and life-threate... Continue reading
25 Jul Addiction Treatment Managing Finances During Addiction Recovery July 31, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Summary Effective money management is crucial during addiction recovery to prevent financial stress and relapse. This article p... Continue reading
18 Jul addiction, Alcohol What is Gray Area Drinking in Alcohol Addiction? July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Summary Gray area drinking refers to a pattern of alcohol consumption that falls between social drinking and alcohol dependence. This ... Continue reading
10 Jul Addiction Treatment, drug Addiction, Opioid Addiction Best Rehab Tips For a Successful Drug Treatment Center Stay July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Introduction Going to a drug treatment center is a major decision and a positive step toward the process of rehabilitation and ... Continue reading
02 Jul PTSD, veterans Independence Day July Fireworks & The Effect on PTSD Sufferers July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Summary Independence Day celebrations are a cherished tradition in the United States, and they are marked by fireworks and festivities... Continue reading
24 Jun addiction, Addiction Treatment, Opioid Addiction Can AI (Artificial Intelligence) Be Used to Treat Opioid Addiction? July 12, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the landscape of addiction treatment, offering new and innovative solutions for tho... Continue reading