Category Sober living

The brain’s reward system becomes sensitized to the substance, leading to cravings and compulsive use. Brain changes occur with addiction, affecting judgment, decision-making, learning, memory, and behavior control. It’s like being caught in a riptide – the more you struggle,…

This involves assessing the severity of the crisis, identifying any life-threatening conditions, and understanding the individual’s current mental health status. In the context of addiction, a crisis manifests in various forms, such as a risk of overdose, severe withdrawal symptoms,…