What Is Interpersonal Neurobiology?
What Is Interpersonal Neurobiology? The human mind is a complex and remarkable piece of matter. It is responsible for all human activity, such as interpreting senses, initiating body movement and controlling behavior. Our brains make us who we are. Despite the significant role our brains play in our behaviors, many people lack the knowledge to […]
How to Break Your Harmful Habits
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Habits affect all of us. They play an essential part in our lives, as they help us develop a sense of normalcy and repetition in our daily routines. While there are healthy habits out there, it is essential to reflect on practices that may be […]
Understanding Addiction vs. Dependency
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands One of the many misconceptions about substance use and addiction is that addiction equates to dependence or vice versa. It is essential to understand that, although sometimes these terms are used interchangeably, they are not the same. The difference between addiction and dependence can be […]
10 Ways to Begin Loving Yourself Again
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Learning to love yourself is never an easy process. This process can become even more complicated when you have battled your way through addiction and substance use. Although it can take time to grasp, self-love is essential for sustaining long-term recovery. The beginning of recovery […]
How to Help a Person Struggling with Alcohol Use
When you see someone you love struggling with alcohol use or alcoholism, it can be challenging to know how to help them. This is especially true if you have never gone through addiction yourself or never knew someone previously who has. It is a delicate subject, and you don’t want to approach it improperly and […]
Deciding to Get Treatment for Opioid Addiction
No one is immune from the impacts of addiction. The opioid epidemic has touched the lives of people across all cultures and classes. If you are struggling with an opioid addiction, you are not alone. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that 10.3 million people misused prescription opioids in 2018 alone. This […]
3 Ways of Giving Yourself the Best Chance at Sobriety
Sobriety doesn’t take a day off. Some days may go smoothly, with minimal triggers. Other days may take a little more effort to remain on a clean path. Triggers may get larger, louder and take up more of your time and energy to work through. Casa Palmera wants to help you make the most of […]
Men and Substance Abuse: MAT Treatment
The war on opioids proves to be a constant battle, and some people are more vulnerable than others. For a span of almost 20 years, from 1999–2018, nearly 450,000 people died. These people died from opioid overdoes and includes both prescription drugs and illicit substances. In 2016, an average of 27 men died per day from a prescription opioid […]
Why the Coronavirus Quarantine is an Ideal Time to Get Sober
Why the Coronavirus Quarantine is an Ideal Time to Get Sober While there is seemingly no “perfect” time to get sober, a global pandemic might make it just a little bit easier. If you’re coming to the realization that it is time for you to finally get help for your addiction, now is a great […]
Dangers of Overdosing During Coronavirus Quarantine
Dangers of Overdosing During Coronavirus Quarantine During this coronavirus pandemic, there are many risks posed to people who have an addiction. Because forced isolation can create a perfect storm for relapsing or worsening an addiction, the dangers of overdosing during the coronavirus quarantine become very real. Learn what you can do to help ease your […]