DISARM – A SMART Recovery Tool
DISARM = Destructive Images and Self-talk Awareness and Refusal Method Using this tool can be essential in combating the urge…
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Willingness
“Willingness” is an integral part of recovery. “Willingness” means that you are willing to open up, let go and try…
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Trauma and Substance Use
Substance use is extremely common in individuals who have trauma. In fact, the 2010 National Epidemiologic Survey on Alcohol and Related…
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The Family System
Addiction is a family issue that doesn’t just affect the addict. It is something that every member of the family…
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Relapse Rates Are Comparable to Other Chronic Diseases
According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, addiction’s relapse rates are comparable to other chronic diseases – such as…
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The Finish Line?
In working with the residents at the AToN Center I sometimes observe people very invested in their recovery but with…
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Balance in Life and Recovery
Trying to keep balance in our lives can be difficult because our priorities are always changing. Your life is balanced…
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Depression & Addiction, Co-Occurring Treatment
Depression and Addiction. Both depression and addiction can be complicated conditions and when they occur at the same time either,…
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Joint Commission and Evidence Based Practices vs. Evidence Based Practice
AToN Center is Joint Commission Accredited – which is considered to be a designation that sets us apart from other…
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Opioid Addiction Treatment
Clinicians and counselors who work in the field of addiction treatment commonly refer to addictive disorders as a type of…
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