February 2019 - Cypress Lakes Lodge

Why Mindfulness is Important in Addiction Recovery

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Holistic addiction treatment encompasses the mind, body, and soul. The focus on mindfulness encourages patients to fully engage in treatment and be in the right mindset. Mindfulness is being present, aware, and participating consciously in your experiences as they happen.…

Is Vaping Harmful for my Teen?

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The growing popularity of vaping is putting teens at risk for serious health complications. Vaping is the act of inhaling vapors from a device that contains a flavored liquid, which was considered safer than using tobacco products due to its…

10 Ways to Cope in Early Recovery

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Drugs and alcohol conceal feelings, emotions, and symptoms of mental illness. People often turn to drugs or alcohol to relieve stress, anxiety, or depression. After using drugs or alcohol for a long time, the brain becomes dependent on the substance…

6 Ways Alcohol Impairs Driving

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Alcohol consumption affects every individual in various ways. When it comes to how much is too much, each person is impacted differently. The effects alcohol has on a person depends on his or her physical and mental conditions, and how…

Can Substance Abuse Cause Mental Illness?

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Many people use drugs or alcohol as an escape from reality or a way to cope. Drugs and alcohol can heighten symptoms of mental illness. Certain drugs cause paranoia, depression, and anxiety. When a person uses drugs or alcohol regularly,…

Healing Qualities of Nature

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Treatment for addiction encompasses healthy and fun activities that clients can engage in while they focus on sobriety. Underlying mental health conditions are a contributing factor to a person’s addiction. Outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, rock climbing, cliff diving,…

Getting Past the Stigma of Addiction

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Addiction can happen to anyone. It does not discriminate or affect only one particular demographic. Unfortunately, there is a stigma about addiction. The stigma is a false perception that people who struggle with addiction are homeless, lower class, and uneducated.…