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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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

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

AUGUST 7, 2023

Gambling for entertainment can become an obsession or a compulsion, and a person with a gambling addiction may spend more than they can afford to try to win the jackpot with scratch-off tickets. People can develop a scratch-off addiction, becoming a gateway to riskier activities or decision-making. Are Lottery Scratch-Offs Bad?

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Gateway Foundation

OCTOBER 12, 2022

MDMA Addiction and Withdrawal. The research on the risk of addiction to MDMA is varied. Still, there are plenty of signs that it has the potential to be just as addictive as other substances, mainly since it affects the same neurotransmitter systems as other drugs — norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin. MDMA Treatment Options.

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Gateway Foundation

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Engaging in combat or seeing a person get injured or pass away can develop PTSD. The truth about PTSD is that most people don’t engage in violent behavior. Professional treatment can also give you a better idea of what recovery might look like for you and help you return to your everyday life.

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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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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. Individuals with ADHD may engage in impulsive behavior that can lead to harmful consequences.

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Gateway Foundation

AUGUST 22, 2022

Engage in fun activities and hobbies that you enjoy. Recognize the Signs of Alcohol Addiction. Recognizing the signs of alcohol addiction can help you identify when you may need to take extra care of your health. Avoiding alcohol will require extra effort and additional resources if you are experiencing alcohol addiction.

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Gateway Foundation

JULY 25, 2023

Chasing losses: The person frequently engages in “chasing losses,” attempting to recoup previous gambling losses by continuing to gamble. Individuals with these disorders may engage in impulsive behaviors, including but not limited to excessive gambling.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 27, 2023

Continue Engaging in Hobbies While depression might make previously enjoyable hobbies seem less attractive, keeping up with these activities is crucial for your well-being. Get Treatment for Addiction and Depression at Gateway Foundation Addiction and depression are two of the most common mental health conditions in the United States.

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Social Work Haven

DECEMBER 4, 2022

This article provides an overview of narrative therapy techniques and strategies for using them to engage clients in productive conversations about their experiences. In various settings, social workers help people manage everyday life challenges and larger problems, from mental health, to poverty, to trauma recovery.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

While research continues, safety planning, either before or after a suicide attempt, is proving to reduce future suicidal behavior and increase engagement with an individual’s behavioral health specialist. Another study showed similar reductions in suicidal behavior following the use of safety planning. Find safe places.

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Relias

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

While research continues, safety planning, either before or after a suicide attempt, is proving to reduce future suicidal behavior and increase engagement with an individual’s behavioral health specialist. Another study showed similar reductions in suicidal behavior following the use of safety planning. Find safe places.

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Gateway Foundation

MARCH 6, 2023

If you or someone you know struggles with a mental health disorder, engages in substance misuse, or uses self-harm as a coping mechanism, getting help is crucial. People who engage in self-harm can experience suicidal thoughts or may have attempted it at some point. That’s the idea behind Self-Injury Awareness Day.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Counsellor : They provide counselling and emotional support to individuals and families facing a wide range of challenges, including mental health issues, addiction, and crisis situations. Researcher : Some social workers engage in research to better understand social issues, evaluate programs, and inform policy development.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 9, 2023

Support with addiction and substance misuse Social workers can provide support to individuals with addiction or substance misuse issues. Furthermore, social workers are able to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals such as psychiatrists, psychologists and GPs to develop tailored recovery plans for those in need.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 13, 2023

They help people cope with problems such as poverty, unemployment, mental illness, addiction, abuse, and neglect. Mary Ellen Copeland is a pioneering mental health researcher and advocate who developed a self-help approach called “Wellness Recovery Action Planning” (WRAP). That is why a social work to-do list may help us manage better.

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University of Connecticut

MAY 8, 2023

I grew up with two parents struggling with addiction but refused to let it define me, and I want to help other children beat the odds as well. I am very grateful for the support which will benefit my process not only as a student, but as a parent, a person in long-term recovery, a clinician, a son, a brother, and a mentor.

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University of Connecticut

JANUARY 9, 2025

Historically mislabeled as a difficult population, this webinar will explore the characteristics of adolescent addiction, the recovery pitfalls, and effective treatment interventions that will engage your young clients. Adolescent Addiction is often guided by cultural, political, and social forces.

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Gateway Foundation

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

If you or someone you know struggles with addiction, you might notice personality and behavioral changes, such as withdrawing from loved ones, secrecy, or increased risk-taking. Addiction is a treatable condition, and professionals can help you overcome the cycle. Can Addiction Change Someone’s Personality?

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Social Work Blog

MARCH 31, 2023

Burned Out, Engaged, Both, or Neither? Exploring Engagement and Burnout Profiles among Social Workers in Spain Few studies have analyzed the existence of homogeneous groups in burnout and engagement among professionals, and none in social workers. The research has implications for the practice of child social workers.

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University of Connecticut

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Historically mislabeled as a difficult population, this workshop explores the characteristics of adolescent addiction, the recovery pitfalls, and effective treatment interventions that will engage your young clients. Adolescent Addiction is often guided by cultural, political, and social forces.

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University of Connecticut

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Historically mislabeled as a difficult population, this webinar will explore the characteristics of adolescent addiction, the recovery pitfalls, and effective treatment interventions that will engage your young clients. Adolescent Addiction is often guided by cultural, political, and social forces.

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NCCPR Child Welfare Blog

DECEMBER 30, 2024

When family police agencies try to treat substance addiction as a moral failing instead of as a disease, some of us have said: Well, you wouldnt treat cancer as a moral failing, would you? Prominent proponents of tearing apart families today sometimes suggest that some parents simply choose to be drug addicts and thats what makes them poor.

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