How Can I Prevent Addiction in My Child’s Life?
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands As a parent in recovery, it is natural to worry about preventing addiction in your child. While there is no guaranteed way to prevent addiction, there are a couple of protective factors that you can implement in your child’s life to reduce risk factors of […]
What Does Drug Use Do to the Brain?
Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It regulates essential functions, such as breathing or keeping your heart beating and allows you to interpret and respond to external stimuli. Your brain gives you the ability to interact with your environment and make […]
Knowing Your Body While Sober
Pinelands: Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Addiction is a complex disease that significantly impacts a person’s brain and body. Every time a person uses substances, their mind and body are altered. With constant and repetitive use, distinct changes happen to emotional, physical and cognitive functioning that becomes increasingly difficult to […]