Cultural and Diversity Considerations in Recovery
How Does Cultural Identity Influence Recovery? In the context of recovery, cultural identity can play a significant role. A full recovery may involve reconnecting to one’s cultural identity or recommitting to spiritual or religious practices. The perception of mental...
Animal-Assisted Interventions
Animal-assisted interventions (AAI) encompass a diverse array of activities integrating animals into therapy and education. From animal-assisted therapy (AAT) to educational sessions (AAE) and interactive activities (AAA), these interventions aim to foster human wellness with the support of trained...
The Impact of Nutrition on Mental Health
How Does Nutrition Affect Mental Health? There is a significant correlation between diet and mental health. Consuming a nutritious diet can directly influence symptoms of mental health and enhance overall mental wellness. This connection is due to the close...
Nature Rehab Programs for Addiction Treatment
What are Nature-Based Rehab Programs for Addiction Treatment? Nature-based rehab programs are therapeutic interventions that utilize the natural environment in the treatment of addiction. They offer a unique approach to recovery by leveraging the calming, restorative, and inspiring effects...
Relationships and Intimacy in Addiction Recovery
How Does Addiction Impact Intimacy and Relationships? Substance abuse often shifts the focus away from emotional connection, leading to damaged or destroyed intimacy in relationships. Addiction undermines the trust, vulnerability, and communication necessary for healthy intimacy, making it a...
Can Yoga and Meditation Aid in Addiction Recovery?
How Can Yoga and Meditation Aid in Addiction Recovery? Yoga and meditation are powerful tools in addiction recovery. They help regulate the stress response and reduce cortisol levels, which are major contributors to addiction. These practices can lead to...
Should I Detox from Fentanyl at Home?
Is it Safe to Detox from Fentanyl at Home? No, it is not safe to attempt detoxing from fentanyl at home. Fentanyl is an extremely potent synthetic opioid, and withdrawal from it can lead to severe and potentially life-threatening...
Trauma-Informed Yoga in Recovery
Trauma-Informed Yoga (TIY) addresses both the physical and psychological components of addiction recovery. Trauma-Informed Yoga is part of Carrara’s holistic healing program and is a trauma based approach to yoga healing. This specialized yoga practice is tailored to the...
Exploring Marijuana Addiction
The widespread use of cannabis (marijuana) and its increased potency are associated with a rise in cannabis-related psychiatric conditions, according to a new University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM) review article that was recently published in the New England Journal of...
Benefits of Equine Therapy
Equine therapy, also known as Equine-Assisted Therapy (EAT), utilizes horses to foster physical, occupational, and emotional development. Horses, as non-judgmental and unbiased partners, react authentically to individuals’ behaviors and emotions, making them effective in therapeutic settings. Like other companion...
