An aftercare or continuing care program serves as a follow-up to primary substance treatment. It acknowledges the fact that addiction is a chronic disease requiring ongoing care. It also provides that care in a manner that meets the real-world needs of those who have completed primary treatment. However, not all follow-up programs are the same.…
In recent decades, countries around the world have grown more aware of the importance of mental health. They have also become more aware of the need for effective mental health and addiction treatment. However, much work remains to be done in highlighting these issues. The annual event known as World Mental Health Day seeks to…
Dopamine and serotonin are naturally occurring substances in your body that perform essential functions. Although they are very different chemicals, some people may use the terms “dopamine” and “serotonin” interchangeably. Some common drugs are designed to mimic the effects of dopamine or serotonin, and these drugs can be highly addictive. At Memphis Recovery Centers, our…
Your mental health is an essential component of your overall health. Whether you or someone you love has struggled with mental health or addiction, it’s important to recognize that these two issues could be tied together. For some people, substance abuse impacts their mental health. For others, their mental health causes substance abuse as a…
Alcoholism is a problem that adversely affects many people. This type of addiction has the ability to disrupt lives and tear apart families. Unfortunately, alcohol use disorder is a common problem in the U.S. for millions of people.For some people, the decision to quit drinking is the best life decision that they can make. However,…
Springtime is a time of rebirth, renewed hope, and growth. If you are struggling with addiction and mental health needs, this may be the ideal time to start working on personal improvement. Memphis Recovery offers the resources you need to improve both mental health and addiction in profound ways. All you have to do is…
Addiction is a strong epidemic in the United States today. While many people believe this issue is only with opioids, it’s much worse than that. Drug addiction statistics show us some troubling trends about how many people this severe illness affects. The good news is that if you’re struggling with an addiction, you’re not alone…
When looking for a rehab, you start hearing more about physical and psychological dependence. But what are the differences between these types of dependence on drugs or alcohol? Does it make a difference which type you suffer, when you seek rehab treatment? About Psychological Dependence So what is psychological dependence? This type of dependence is…