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PTSD in Teens: Treating Co-occurring Adolescent PTSD and Addiction (BOOK REVIEW)
Working with teens who suffer from PTSD and have developed substance abuse problems can be truly challenging. A review o ...
How to stop being codependent – INTERVIEW with Darlene Lancer
Codependency describes someone who becomes the "caretaker" of an addicted or troubled person. But, is codependency treat ...
Does mindfulness meditation increase the effectiveness of substance abuse treatment for teens? (BOOK REVIEW)
Yes. A mindfulness practice can be effective in the treatment of substance abuse. More here, with a book recommendation ...
Intensive psychotherapy for addiction: What is it?
What happens during a session of intensive psychotherapy for addiction? Should you wait until you've gotten some time un ...
What does a Certified Addiction Counselor do?
Considering a career in addiction counseling? More here on the roles and responsibilities of a Certified Addictions Coun ...
Family support and addiction recovery: Moving through fear
In order to conquer fear, you must face it head on, see it for what it is, and master it. Basic principles for those who ...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques for holiday anxiety
Are you stressed by the holidays? A brief guide of self-help techniques to help people in addiction recovery manage anxi ...
Empathy and substance abuse counseling
Empathy in substance abuse counseling is well documented. But how can you use empathy in the context of varying viewpoin ...
How do you prevent relapse?
You can prevent relapse by dealing with setbacks and discussing issues when they arise. Here, licensed clinical social w ...