If your family recently lost a loved one, such as a beloved grandparent or friend, your child may suffer greatly from the loss. If you don't know how to help your child overcome their grief, you may be worried a great deal about their health. Your child may actually benefit from trauma therapy. Trauma therapy helps people of all ages get through their grief without causing further harm to them. Learn more about trauma therapy and how it may help your child below.
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If you have decided to get help for your alcohol addiction, you have already taken the most important step by recognizing your problem and seeking help. Beginning any type of rehabilitation program can feel scary or overwhelming at the start, mostly because you are not sure what to expect when you show up at your first meeting. However, learning a little bit about what will take place will ease your mind and help you get off to a positive start.
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People who experience a traumatic event or traumatic experience often feel alone. However, trauma is more common than most people realize. In fact, 60% of men and 50% of women experience trauma at least once in life. These traumas can lead to anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. If you suffer from trauma-related mental illness, you are not alone and there is help. Learn more about getting mental health therapy for trauma.
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If you are a pregnant woman seeking substance abuse treatment, you may have a lot of questions. It is not a surprise that drug or alcohol use during pregnancy can harm a developing fetus, but there are also safety concerns surrounding treatment as well.
So, which treatment options are safe for those who are pregnant? These are some of the options you may consider with a professional.
Maintenance Drugs
Not all maintenance drugs are approved for use by those who are pregnant, but in some cases, as with methadone, approval is typically granted.
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Medication-assisted treatment (MAT) assists those who are addicted to opioids to fight drug cravings. MAT should be used in combination with counseling and behavior modification therapy. Using medication to treat addiction can help your loved one attain and sustain recovery. Read on to find out what to expect as your loved one begins suboxone treatment.
What Is Suboxone?
Suboxone is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat addiction.
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