15 May addiction Senior Substance Abuse: Understanding Addiction in Older Adults July 30, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS In the United States, 2.5 million older adults face substance abuse. This number could double by 2030. The issue of addiction in older ... Continue reading
10 May Alcohol, Heatwaves Exploring the Link Between Heatwaves and Alcohol Consumption in Chandler July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Key Takeaways A cessation of heatwaves in Chandler often makes many people drink a little more than necessary. Intake of alcoh... Continue reading
06 May drug Addiction, Holiday, Mental Health Mother’s Day Blues: Coping with Loss and Grief May 16, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Key Takeaways Understanding the emotional impact of Mother's Day when coping with loss. Strategies for managing grief during si... Continue reading
03 May addiction, Alcohol, Blog, drug Addiction Is Drug & Alcohol Addiction A Disease? May 3, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Addiction, whether to alcohol or drugs(or both) is frequently surrounded by misconceptions and stigma. However, this disease is more an... Continue reading
30 Apr Memorial Day, Mental Health, PTSD, veterans Memorial Day Meltdown: The Struggle Veterans Face with PTSD July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Key Takeaways War Veterans who deal with PTSD might be especially vulnerable during Memorial Day. Memorial Day re... Continue reading
25 Apr Music Therapy Music Therapy: The New Frontier in Mental Health Treatment June 27, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Music therapy is now considered a clinical application of music to achieve health-related goals that range from stress reduction... Continue reading
23 Apr addiction, Blog Can I Get Addicted to ADHD Medication? July 18, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS This article examines the potential of addiction to ADHD medication, detailing how these drugs, which are essential in controlling symp... Continue reading
29 Mar addiction, Press Release Virtue Recovery Offers Holistic Therapy Options for Enhanced Rehabilitation June 27, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS Embark on a Transformative Journey Towards Recovery Virtue Recovery Center is proud to announce an expanded suite of holistic therapy ... Continue reading
21 Mar addiction, Blog The Alarming Rise of ‘Study Drugs’ Among College Students June 26, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS In recent years, the landscape of college campuses has shifted dramatically due to the surge in the use of 'study drugs' such as Addera... Continue reading
07 Mar addiction, Blog How COVID-19 Pandemic Worsened America’s Opioid Crisis March 8, 2024 By Nicki Lugo, CPC, LAC, LCADC, CCTS The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated the opioid crisis in America, transforming an already dire situation into an unprecedented public... Continue reading