Pinelands Recovery Center Staff, Author at Pinelands Recovery Center of Medford

Can Cell Phone Use Impact Your Mood & Sobriety?

One of the first things people do when they wake up is check their phones. Similarly, the last thing many people...

Why Is Group Therapy Important for Addiction Recovery?

For those that have personalities that are more introverted, the thought of attending group therapy can feel utterly unnerving. Even those...

Experiencing Seasonal Depression in Sobriety

As the season shifts, many people begin feeling the effects of seasonal depression. Seasonal depression is a condition in which a...

Gaining Control Over Intrusive Thoughts in Addiction Recovery

Many people experience some degree of intrusive thoughts at some point in their lives. For some these thoughts are intermittent, however...

How Gratitude Can Help During Addiction Recovery

While many of us have heard that gratitude is important to practice and express daily, we often find ourselves struggling to...

What is Group Psychodrama?

Group psychodrama is a therapeutic technique in which an individual processes through difficult memories, emotions and mindsets. In this particular modality,...

Spirituality and Addiction Recovery: How Are They Related?

If you are familiar with the Twelve Steps, you will know that it is essential to have a higher power in...

Are Hallucinogens Safe?

Hallucinogens have been around since ancient times and continue to be used by people in the present day. Since their rise...

Setting Boundaries with Loved Ones

When we begin to learn more about ourselves in addiction recovery, we realize the importance of establishing boundaries for ourselves. While...

Healthy Ways to Destress While Sober

Beginning a new life of sobriety comes along with many physical and mental challenges. You may find that everyday stressors, such...