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Substance Abuse

5 Things to Know When Starting Individual Therapy for Substance Abuse at Authentic Connections

August 21, 2024August 22, 2023 by Dawn Gabriel
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Embarking on a journey towards recovery from substance abuse is a courageous step. Here at Authentic Connections Counseling Center, we provide individual therapy that is personalized to each individual, providing each client with the s…

Categories Substance Abuse Tags Addiction, Substance Abuse

The Power of Therapy in Treating Substance Use Disorders: A Path to Recovery

August 21, 2024August 9, 2023 by Dawn Gabriel
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Substance use disorders can be debilitating, affecting an individual’s physical and mental well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. Breaking free from the grip of a substance use disorder is undoubtedly challenging, but …

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Am I an Alcoholic or an Addict?

August 21, 2024July 25, 2023 by Dawn Gabriel
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When we think of alcoholism, we might imagine someone who’s often hungover, day-drinking, driving while intoxicated, and causing problems at work or in their relationships. While these behaviors can be signs of problematic alcohol use,…

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5 Things to Know About Alcoholism During Alcohol Awareness Month with Authentic Connections Counseling

August 2, 2024April 7, 2023 by Dawn Gabriel
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Hello from our team at Authentic Connections Counseling! If you’re reading this article, you may be searching for information about alcoholism and looking for support in the South Denver area or around the world. We understand th…

Categories Substance Abuse Tags Addiction, Alcoholism, Substance Abuse

You’re Not Alone: How to Find the Support You Need When Taking Care of Someone with an Addiction

August 2, 2024February 17, 2023 by Dawn Gabriel
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According to the (National Survey of Drug Use and Health) NSDUH 19.7 million American adults (aged 12 and older) battled a substance use disorder in 2017. Addiction is a disease that affects many Americans but because of the shame asso…

Categories Substance Abuse Tags Addiction

Substance Use and the Holidays

August 13, 2024November 28, 2022 by Dawn Gabriel
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Navigating the parties, gatherings, and dinners this time of year can be taxing for anyone, but when there are substance use concerns it can be overwhelmingly difficult. Not only do many holiday gatherings include festive drinks, they …

Categories Substance Abuse Tags Addiction, Alcoholism, Substance Abuse

6 Ways that Alcohol Makes Depression Worse

August 6, 2024July 26, 2019 by Dawn Gabriel
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A great many alcoholics are also suffering from major depression. Because alcohol can feed our brain’s serotonin receptors, it can make someone feel good for a short amount of time. But eventually the person crashes and feels even wors…

Categories Depression, Substance Abuse Tags Addiction, Alcoholism, Depression

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