How Rehab for Men Can Help Rebuild Relationships and Family Connections
Addiction doesn’t just affect the addict; it affects their relationships and family connections. For men in rehab, addressing those strained relationships is a big part of the recovery process. Rebuilding trust, improving communication and healing emotional wounds is key to long-term recovery and a good life. Relationships and family issues are often tied to addiction. […]
Benefits of Nature Therapy for Men In Addiction Recovery
Being sober is very tough, especially for men who normally find it difficult to talk about their feelings and ask for help. However, while traditional forms of therapy can be effective, they may not be suitable for everyone. This is where nature therapy can come in handy as an exclusive and powerful means of healing. […]
The Importance of Specialized Men’s Rehab Programs
Recovery is complicated and very personal. Traditional rehab programs tend to be somewhat standardized and generic, not taking into account the unique experiences, needs, or struggles that men have. Gender-specific rehab makes a big difference for men battling substance abuse. It is believed that specialized men’s rehab programs can help men heal and recover from […]
The Circle and the Triangle: How Does This Symbol Relate to Recovery?
“The circle stands for the whole world of AA, and the triangle stands for AA’s Three Legacies of Recovery, Unity, and Service. Within our wonderful new world, we have found freedom from our fatal obsession. That we have chosen this particular symbol is perhaps no accident. The priests and seers of antiquity regarded the circle […]
What Is Addiction Transference?
Addiction transference is the act of applying active or pre-existing addictive behaviors to another
Men’s Mental Health Stigma Explained
Even in this day and age, many still fear what they don’t understand. This has led to many developing
Signs and Symptoms of PTSD in Men
Most people will go through a traumatic event at some time in their lives. And it’s typical to recover after a period of time. But some people have difficulty recovering from the experience and develop PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder). Going through a traumatic experience is not rare. About 60% of men experience at least one trauma.
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for men with PTSD to turn to substances to cope with their symptoms. At Jaywalker Lodge, we offer comprehensive rehab programs in Colorado to help men deal with co-occurring disorders like PTSD and addiction.
Breaking it Down: Quitting Heroin Success Rate
Recovering from Heroin Addiction Heroin addiction is a serious problem that devastates many lives in the United States and beyond each year. Heroin addiction can often develop quickly and has devastating consequences. In fact, heroin addiction can jeopardize relationships, financial security, and professional prospects. Criminal activities and legal issues are common with heroin addicts. More […]
Are You Dealing with High-Functioning Depression and Anxiety?
Depression and anxiety are mental illnesses that cause a person to feel restlessness, unhappiness, and a sense of impending doom. They are the most common mental health disorders affecting the world today. According to the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), 21 million adults in the United States had at least one major depression-related episode […]
Alcoholic Triggers: What to Look Out For
The NIDA states that somewhere between 40 to 60 percent of individuals who’ve been through alcohol addiction treatment end up relapsing. Much of this is due to the brain and how it associates activities with alcohol consumption. If someone has been engaged in alcohol abuse for an extended period of time, it’s likely that most […]
