Commonly referred to as angel dust, phencyclidine, or PCP, is a powerful synthetic drug that is considered to be one of the most dangerous substances to abuse. It has been associated with violent, hostile behavior and psychosis. When someone uses PCP in a sustained manner, they will develop disturbing symptoms that point to the presence […]
Clinical Care
What is Psychodynamic Group Therapy?
If you have developed a substance use disorder (SUD), chances are there is an underlying psychological component related to a disturbance. Whether a trauma, loss, or dysfunctional childhood experience, it can influence your response to stressors. Emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses to stressors can increase an individual’s chance of using a substance. Psychodynamic group therapy […]
How to Use DBT Skills in Recovery
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is a form of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) that integrates mindfulness techniques. Together, these methods can help people make positive behavioral changes in their lives. However, DBT differs from CBT in a significant way. Where CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors, DBT is more concerned with self-validation. A set of […]
What are CBT Techniques?
When entering treatment for a substance use disorder, you will likely engage in a type of psychotherapy called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). CBT is an evidence-based approach that is widely used in substance use treatment. By “evidence-based” it means that CBT has undergone decades of clinical research and has been found to be statistically efficacious […]
What to Expect During Cocaine Withdrawal
After prolonged cocaine use, the signs of a substance use disorder (SUD) will become evident. When cocaine use develops into an SUD, the need for professional treatment is essential. Without this expert support, it is very difficult to overcome the SUD, as powerful cravings and breakthrough withdrawal symptoms will perpetuate the addiction cycle. When someone […]
4 Signs You Might Be an Alcoholic
The signs may creep up little by little of an alcohol use disorder. Maybe you find yourself looking forward to the next time you can drink. You may notice you feel sick when the alcohol wears off, or might not even remember the events of the prior evening. You may have even taken to hiding […]