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Barriers to Treatment and How to Overcome Them

You know you need therapy for your addiction or mental health problems, but you’re putting it off. Perhaps you’ve tried before and had a negative experience, or you’re too afraid of the stigma, or the expense seems excessive. There are many obstacles in the way of people getting the help they need. The good news is that there are ways to overcome them, and Acqua Recovery in Utah is here to support you through the journey.

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Best Practices and How to Stage an Intervention

Watching a loved one or family member struggle with alcohol or drug addiction is perhaps one of the most difficult hands to be dealt. You had no control over it, or they may never have struggled in the first place; at least that’s what people tell themselves. The reality of it all is that there’s no way to control an individual’s decisions.

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Supporting Your Loved One in Recovery During the Holidays

The holidays are a fun and exciting time to visit with friends and family and partake in traditions and festivities. However, this can also be a very difficult time for those in drug or alcohol addiction recovery due to emotional and physical triggers as well as the usual holiday stress. As a friend or family member to someone working on their recovery, you may be wondering what you can do to help them stay sober during the holidays.

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Relapse Prevention Plan Example: Avoiding Relapse During the Holidays

The holidays are a time of the year that is jam-packed with celebration, fun, great food, and togetherness. However, in regards to substance abuse, it can be triggering for some individuals. This could be true for a number of reasons. Sometimes an individual might have to relive a tragedy that occurred during the holidays; for others, entering the holiday season just means celebrating with drinking, which can get out of hand quickly.

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BPD vs. Bipolar Disorder: Differences in Symptoms and Treatment

BPD and Bipolar Disorder are two different mental health disorders that are oftentimes grouped together. This is due in large part to a lack of understanding surrounding both mental health conditions. It is imperative that those who don’t understand the differences between the two start at a place of understanding them individually. There are a wide variety of differences in BPD and bipolar disorder; these include symptoms, causes, triggers, and even treatment.

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