Most people understand the general idea of independence, and it might even seem elementary. However, understanding what independence is truly IS the easy part. Understanding what independence is in a rehabilitation context is a bit more involved.
Most addiction recovery programs employ many tools that can help with addiction recovery, but let’s talk about one of the most critically beneficial and overlooked components – Strength Conditioning.
When families and communities have FREE motives, they build trust for each other, appreciate and value each other more, and take more positive action toward each other.
Dr. Avart’s addiction recovery program is highlighted in the Philly Voice. Get access to the linked article here.
Few public health officials and doctors in the state of PA would argue with the idea that opiate-related overdoses and deaths are on the rise in the Commonwealth. In fact, they have been for decades. It is now 2015, and things look worse than ever.
For centuries, journaling has been a form of expression and exploration. Many people who never went on to be authors kept journals as a means of better understanding themselves and the world around them.
Conflict is an inevitable and natural part of our relationships. Unfortunately, though, many of us buckle under the stress of conflict because we have not yet acquired the skill of approaching conflict with creative thinking.
Humor, creativity, and play shake up our habitual ways of rigid thinking so that we can approach life with a more positive and confident attitude. When we are able to laugh during stressful situations, we can better maintain a balanced and healthy perspective.
Emotional Intelligence involves sharpening our communication skills, particularly in how we listen and respond nonverbally to others. It also pertains to our ability to assess and interpret the body language of others.
Emotional intelligence is essential for coping in high-distress moments when you are more likely to experience more intensified emotions and to react impulsively.