by davemarvin | Jun 2, 2021 | Addiction Treatment
When life presents you with a compromising situation that goes against your core beliefs or values it can be stressful. This situation is defined as cognitive dissonance and may present itself as part of your struggle as you work through the process of recovery from...
by davemarvin | May 21, 2021 | Addiction Treatment
Many people incorporate alcohol into their lives. In fact, it is a source to overcome social anxiety. Also, it is used as a means to unwind at the end of the day or to escape problems. However, drinking too much without the ability to stop leads to addiction. When you...
by davemarvin | Mar 17, 2021 | Addiction Treatment
At Casa Nuevo Vida, we encourage all of our patients to expand their minds to different forms of therapy. This is why we offer music therapy. Music therapy is an incredible way to aid individuals on their road to recovery. Music: The Universal Language Music is known...
by davemarvin | Feb 26, 2021 | Addiction Treatment, Uncategorized
A scientific survey found that approximately 38% of people with a mood disorder used drugs to self-medicate. Also, the study found that 34.2% of individuals suffering from a substance use disorder and mood disorder self-medicated with drugs. A large chunk of...
by davemarvin | Feb 15, 2021 | Addiction Treatment
Recovering from alcoholism and addiction, in general, is no easy feat. In the early stages of recovery, a person may feel shaky and emotional at the start. It can be an overwhelming experience for the person recovering and everyone around them. It can be hard to stay...
by davemarvin | Feb 5, 2021 | Addiction Treatment
While completing drug and alcohol treatment is a monumental step in getting sober, it is only a first step. After completing treatment, the real work begins once you re-enter the real world and all the temptations that come along with it. While most people simply just...
