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

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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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 10, 2024

The recovery journey looks different for everyone. Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery. Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery.

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Gateway Foundation

JANUARY 10, 2024

The recovery journey looks different for everyone. Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery. Discover the typical lengths of stays for each level of addiction care and other services that can support your long-term recovery.

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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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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

JANUARY 3, 2024

Just as it’s your choice to enter addiction treatment, you also have the decision to leave early. People progress through treatment at varying rates, but research has shown the longer you stay in treatment, the better outcomes for your long-term health and recovery. Can You Voluntarily Leave Rehab?

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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. People progress through treatment at varying rates, but research has shown the longer you stay in treatment, the better outcomes for your long-term health and recovery. Can You Voluntarily Leave Rehab?

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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

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Some of the following athletes were able to find recovery for AUD, while others struggle with it to this day. 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. I thought, ‘What a waste. Why drink one beer?

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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. Keep reading to discover how fantasy football compares to sports betting and how it can harm someone in recovery. Break Free From Gambling Addiction What Is Fantasy Football?

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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

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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Counselor Toolbox podcast

OCTOBER 14, 2020

Symptoms of the Flu - Fever or feeling feverish/chills, sweats - Cough, chest discomfort - Sore throat - Runny or stuffy nose, sinus congestion - Muscle or body aches - Headaches - Exhaustion - Vomiting and diarrhea Types - Major Depressive Disorder (including w/psychotic features) - Persistent Depressive Disorder (High Functioning Depression) - Postpartum (..)

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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

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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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

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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Gateway Foundation

JULY 23, 2023

While the first try may not always be successful, know that recovery is possible. 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. Keep a healthy snack on hand.

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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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Counselor Toolbox podcast

AUGUST 20, 2017

7 Habits for Effective Recovery Counseling CEUs are available for this presentation at [link] Objectives ~ Review the 7-Habits of Highly Effective People and how they apply to recovery from mental health and addiction issues Be Proactive ~ Be response-able ~ Your life (Vehicle) ~ What people things and activities are important to your life? […] (..)

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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

JULY 25, 2023

Here are some differential diagnoses to consider in the evaluation of gambling disorder: Substance use disorders: Substance use disorders, such as alcohol or drug addiction, may co-occur with gambling disorder. Bipolar disorder: Bipolar disorder is characterized by recurrent episodes of mania and depression.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

SEPTEMBER 19, 2020

Summary ~ Addiction is a biopsychosocial condition ~ No single treatment or intervention is likely sufficient for sustained recovery. Many therapies can be used in conjunction to address the myriad of underlying issues contributing to relapse risk (depression, anxiety, low self efficacy, insomnia, fatigue, pan) .

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MARCH 14, 2018

Co-Dependency Counseling CEU Course [link] Objectives ~ Define codependency ~ Identify characteristics of the codependent relationship Why I Care/How It Impacts Recovery ~ Co-dependency can serve as an alternate addiction or distraction ~ Co-Dependents may use relationships to try to deal with depression or anxiety ~ Ultimately codependency is self-defeating (..)

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Mental Health and Addiction issues often go hand-in-hand. Effective recovery involves not only minimizing risk factors, but also enhancing protective factors within the individual and the individual's family, work, and community environment. Mental Health and Addiction issues often go hand-in-hand.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Mental Health and Addiction issues often go hand-in-hand. Effective recovery involves not only minimizing risk factors, but also enhancing protective factors within the individual and the individual's family, work, and community environment. Mental Health and Addiction issues often go hand-in-hand.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

It is vital to understand that relapse does not just mean a return to addictive behaviors, nor does it mean just using. In actuality, a person's thinking patterns and behavior often become problematic long before they start showing symptoms of addiction or depression again. Relapse means returning to a previous state.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Pain can disrupt sleep and increase frustration, anxiety and depression. Frustration, anxiety and depression can increase pain further. Learn about pain and multiple methods of addressing pain even if you are in recovery from a substance use disorder (addiction).

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. While this may be true for some, these symptoms that are still present in early recovery can cause a relapse.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. While this may be true for some, these symptoms that are still present in early recovery can cause a relapse.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

Many people struggling with addictions also have mental health issues such as depression or anxiety. Likewise, many people with depression or anxiety may have an addiction. While this may be true for some, these symptoms that are still present in early recovery can cause a relapse.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

SEPTEMBER 18, 2016

Whether people are learning skills for a new job, a new hobby, or skills for recovery from addiction and depression, it is vital to make the learning process as efficient and effective as possible. Everyone can learn, but everyone learns differently. Everyone can learn, but everyone learns differently.

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Counselor Toolbox podcast

MAY 30, 2016

There are triggers for depression, anxiety and addiction. There are triggers for depression, anxiety and addiction.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 6, 2023

Additionally, mental health struggles like depression can cause feelings of numbness, and individuals may experiment with cutting or other forms of self-harm to feel something. Communicating feelings of depression, stress, or anxiety to others. In some cases, self-harm can also be a way to manipulate or punish someone else.

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