Gateway Foundation

MARCH 27, 2023

Depression can lower your mood and impact your ability to complete everyday tasks. Luckily, depression is highly treatable, and there are several ways to improve your mood so you can live a more rewarding, happier life. Break Free From Depression 1. Break Free From Depression 7.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 8, 2024

Substance use and addiction can change family dynamics, weaken communication, and erode trust. In time, you’ll find that you can heal from addiction and create a healthier home environment for everyone. The Role of Friends In Addiction Recovery The importance of friendship in addiction recovery cannot be overstated.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 8, 2024

Substance use and addiction can change family dynamics, weaken communication, and erode trust. In time, you’ll find that you can heal from addiction and create a healthier home environment for everyone. The Role of Friends In Addiction Recovery The importance of friendship in addiction recovery cannot be overstated.

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Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Keep reading for 10 signs your partner may have an alcohol addiction and what to do in this situation. 10 Signs You’re Dating Someone Addicted to Alcohol. Alcohol is both a sedative and depressant that affects the central nervous system , meaning it can temporarily relieve stress. They Drink to Relieve Stress or Anxiety.

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Gateway Foundation

APRIL 18, 2023

Addiction can have an immense impact on your physical health. Depending on the substance and severity, addiction can weaken your immune system and make you more vulnerable to illness, infection, and disease. If you or someone you know is struggling, recognizing how addiction affects health can help you decide when to seek help.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 12, 2022

Addiction recovery lasts long after the initial treatment, which means your care must continue as well. Addiction treatment occurs in two main stages. In the second stage, you begin continuing care — the range of outpatient addiction treatments that support your ongoing recovery. What Is Continuing Care?

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 3, 2023

Gambling addiction can pose significant problems for a person’s health and finances, and pro athletes are just as susceptible. While many enjoy occasional gambling, the hobby can become a full-blown addiction when a person experiences a compulsive urge to gamble despite the consequences. John Daly 2. Wayne Rooney 3. Pete Rose 5.

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My Brains Not Broken

AUGUST 3, 2023

Whether it’s mental illness or addiction issues. You’ll see a lot of comics at open mics who just rant about their depression and don’t have punchlines, it’s exhausting to sit through. Obviously, it can go too far. So your comedy can’t just be a therapy session, you still need to have jokes.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 26, 2023

It’s important to take a mindful approach to treatment since such people may offer resistance from the stigma they face having an “invisible” illness or being mislabeled an addict, she says. This is where a person presents symptoms of depression, anxiety or insomnia, but their primary problem is chronic pain,” Kljajic says.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 18, 2023

I had not imagined myself studying SUD, and hadn’t considered addiction a social justice issue. Donawa, LMSW, specializes in holistically treating clients whose mental health has been impacted by various forms of systemic harm or discrimination, and its relationship to patterns of addiction and other forms of trauma.

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Keep reading to learn about 18 famous athletes with alcohol addiction. Like other addictions, Ruth’s may have been inspired by a family history of substance use. His mother reportedly had an alcohol addiction and his father was a saloon owner who died in a drunken brawl in 1918. I thought, ‘What a waste. Why not drink 20?’

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Some of the adverse short-term side effects: Lack of judgment Depression and anxiety Confusion Grinding teeth Chills or sweating from increased body temperature Muscle tension Feelings of faintness Drug cravings Paranoia Dehydration Increased heart rate Sleep disturbances. MDMA Addiction and Withdrawal.

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Gateway Foundation

JUNE 29, 2022

Causes might come down to shared similarities between drug or alcohol addiction and ADHD symptoms. Those who enter an addiction center should address their ADHD and alcohol addiction simultaneously to help treatment be effective. Though alcohol is a depressant, for those with ADHD, it can have the opposite effect.

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Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Having depression, anxiety or any other mental health condition isn’t a weakness, so a person who develops PTSD isn’t weak for having a natural response to a life-altering experience. The imbalance of chemicals in the brain can create anxiety, depression, brain fog and difficulty keeping up with or completing basic tasks.

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Gateway Foundation

MAY 5, 2023

Still, the habit can become problematic for anyone who has previously struggled with gambling addiction. Getting caught up in the emotional highs and lows of trading can cause significant stress and lead to an addictive cycle. While day trading in itself is not addictive, gambling behavior is — stocks just provide the action.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 6, 2023

Around 2 million adults in the United States meet the criteria for severe gambling addiction. 8 Reasons Why Gambling Is Dangerous What to Do to Help Yourself or a Loved One Get Help for Gambling Addiction at Gateway 8 Reasons Why Gambling Is Dangerous Pathological gambling can have a severe impact on a person’s well-being.

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Gateway Foundation

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Psychologists have found that using medically accurate language can help dismantle stereotypes outside the clinical space while providing more effective, compassionate support for people with addiction. Here’s how you can alter your language to avoid these stigmas and create a safe, supportive environment for patients with addiction: 1.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 20, 2017

Using Groups to Address Anger, Anxiety, Depression and Addiction Presented by: Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes Executive Director, AllCEUs Podcast Host: Counselor Toolbox & Happiness isn’t Brain Surgery Author: Journey to Recovery (2015) & Happiness Isn’t Brain Surgery (2017) Objectives Review the benefits of groups Identify the modalities for group (..)

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 31, 2023

Not all addictions are the same, which is true for those struggling with a gambling disorder. It’s important to note that professional gamblers may not develop a full-blown addiction, as addiction often diminishes self-control and rational thinking, leading to more losses than wins.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 10, 2024

Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery. Before beginning treatment, you’ll work with an addiction specialist to determine the best program duration to address your unique needs. How Long Can You Stay in Rehab?

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 10, 2024

Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery. Before beginning treatment, you’ll work with an addiction specialist to determine the best program duration to address your unique needs. How Long Can You Stay in Rehab?

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 6, 2023

Gambling addiction can significantly impact a person’s life, from their health and finances to their relationships. Practical Ways to Stop Gambling Gambling addiction can affect everyone from teenagers to adults. Understand the Problem Accepting that you are struggling with a gambling addiction is the first step in managing it.

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Social Work Blog

JANUARY 19, 2023

Monteiro, LCSW The past two years were filled with fear and uncertainty, exacerbating a mental health crisis with an increase in anxiety, depression, suicide rates, and substance abuse. I have a master’s degree in Social Work and am a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW).

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 23, 2023

One study found those who smoked were up to three times more likely to have clinical depression than people who never started the habit. Others turn to food to replace their nicotine addiction. You might be afraid to quit smoking due to these challenging symptoms, especially if you struggle with depression or anxiety.

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Gateway Foundation

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Psychologists have found that using medically accurate language can help dismantle stereotypes outside the clinical space while providing more effective, compassionate support for people with addiction. Here’s how you can alter your language to avoid these stigmas and create a safe, supportive environment for patients with addiction: 1.

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Relias

JUNE 19, 2023

According to a report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the percent of Americans who attributed major depression to neurobiological causes increased by 13% between 1996 and 2006. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) predicts that, by 2025, the U.S.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 29, 2023

Learning more about psychotic symptoms and signs of addiction can help you or someone you know prevent stimulant-induced psychosis and receive treatment. Failing to address psychosis or addiction can disrupt a person’s work, school, and personal life. Break Free From Addiction What Is Psychosis?

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 11, 2023

But what might start as a fun game played between friends can quickly become problematic for someone who has previously struggled with gambling addiction. Break Free From Gambling Addiction What Is Fantasy Football? Still, participating in fantasy sports can be problematic for people who struggle with sports betting addiction.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 3, 2024

Just as it’s your choice to enter addiction treatment, you also have the decision to leave early. The medical team and the addiction specialists at your treatment center cannot hold anyone against their will. Complex Emotions Addiction treatment and therapy can bring up all kinds of complicated emotions.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 3, 2024

Just as it’s your choice to enter addiction treatment, you also have the decision to leave early. The medical team and the addiction specialists at your treatment center cannot hold anyone against their will. Complex Emotions Addiction treatment and therapy can bring up all kinds of complicated emotions.

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 27, 2023

If you’re unsure if your loved one has a gambling addiction, one of the signs that the behavior has become more than a casual occurrence includes lying about their gambling. Learn more about common lies gamblers tell others and themselves and how to help someone with this addiction. Why Do Compulsive Gamblers Lie?

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A Splintered Mind

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

I wasn’t in competition with anybody, except, perhaps, Father Time, but I must admit that I had an assist from COVID–19, which gave me lots of time to break my news addiction. Never mind that the results don’t last, the process is expensive, and also potentially addictive. The derivative meds look far more promising.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

JUNE 22, 2016

Addiction is a way people try to escape from physical or emotional distress. Addiction can also create chemical imbalances that create that distress. A sober person with depression is as much at risk for addiction relapse as a person who continues to use is at risk of worsening depression.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 29, 2022

When you drink a CAB or mix alcohol and caffeine, you’re combining a central nervous system stimulant — caffeine — with a central nervous system depressant — alcohol. Alcohol can foster dependence on its own, but mixing it with caffeine could increase your potential to develop an addiction. Sleep Issues.

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Individuals who develop addictions to opioids such as heroin or morphine gradually build tolerance and seek stronger drugs such as tranq to feel the same effects. Respiratory depression: Respiratory depression is when an individual stops breathing , and it’s the main cause of opioid-related deaths.

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Individuals who develop addictions to opioids such as heroin or morphine gradually build tolerance and seek stronger drugs such as tranq to feel the same effects. Respiratory depression: Respiratory depression is when an individual stops breathing , and it’s the main cause of opioid-related deaths.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

JUNE 8, 2019

This series of 24 groups provides the foundation for clients to address issues underlying anxiety, anger and depression and begin living a happier life. This series of 24 groups provides the foundation for clients to address issues underlying anxiety, anger and depression and begin living a happier life.

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