Transforming Therapeutic Approaches Using Trauma-Informed Care
April 11,2024
Many clients in treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) have underlying trauma impacting their ability to heal and move forward... more
Balancing Work and Mental Health
April 7,2024
Healthcare workers must find a delicate balance between providing empathetic care and maintaining positive mental health. Many people in healthcare... more
Finding Purpose: The Value of Employment in Recovery
April 6,2024
Many traditional rehab programs focus on abstaining from misusing substances. Although abstinence is a vital part of maintaining recovery, true... more
How Addiction Affects Those With a Traumatic Brain Injury
April 5,2024
There are many people today who live with a traumatic brain injury. Sometimes, the injury is mild and can be... more
Don't Take Recovery for Granted: The Benefits of Continuing to Attend Weekly Meetings
March 26,2024
Early recovery can be an exciting time in your recovery journey. You may be filled with so much enthusiasm for... more
Importance of Nutrition
March 25,2024
Sometimes, the importance of nutrition is understated when it comes to health. Most people go through their daily lives with... more
Creating Trust Between Clients and Staff
March 24,2024
Most people feel vulnerable during treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Establishing trust between clients and the care team ensures... more
Staying Connected With Peers
March 20,2024
Recovery is not a specific destination or finish line you reach. Healing from addiction is a process with different stages... more
Individualized Care at Driftwood
March 19,2024
Individualized care is incredibly important for the health and safety of anyone seeking treatment for their conditions. No two people... more
The Importance of Determining if Driftwood Is a Good Fit for a Potential Client
March 18,2024
Every potential client is a person in need of guidance and support. According to BMC Psychology, "Trust and respect may... more
What Makes Austin a Great City for Treatment and Maintaining Recovery?
March 13,2024
There are many treatment programs all across the country. However, where you seek treatment is just as important to your... more
The Importance of Working With Families to Find Appropriate Treatment
March 12,2024
Before healing can begin, clients must find appropriate treatment for any conditions that are harming them. It's a process that... more
Why Maintaining a Client's Privacy Is Crucial
March 11,2024
Everyone deserves to have their personal information kept private and confidential. Only authorized individuals should have access to sensitive client... more
The Dedication and Determination of Staff at Driftwood
March 7,2024
A care team must have the flexibility and experience to cope with unexpected challenges. Clients rely on staff to help... more
Finding Sober Community Opportunities
March 6,2024
ccording to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 70 million adults in the U.S. have substance and... more
Connection vs. Control in Addiction Recovery
March 5,2024
There can be a lot of apprehensions a person can feel once they achieve addiction recovery. They now need to... more
Exercise for Pain Relief: Does It Work?
February 1,2024
When people struggle with addiction, one thing that becomes more difficult is pain management. In most cases, they can’t take... more
The Brain that Heals Itself: EMDR & Our Brain's Reprocessing Powers
June 19,2022
"Trauma is any difficult experience that rises to the level of Changing the Brain." Whether it’s through reduced functioning, hyperarousal,... more
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