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How Do I Pay for Addiction Treatment?

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Entering treatment for substance use disorder (SUD) is not as simple...

The Connection Between Codependency and Addiction

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Substance abuse and related disorders often contribute to chaotic life circumstances....

How to Recognize Addiction in a Loved One

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Being a parent, sibling, spouse or friend concerned about a loved...

The Connection Between PTSD and Addiction

Updated on May 31, 2023 Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC Substance use disorder (SUD) can develop from a combination...

How Can I Prevent Addiction in My Child’s Life?

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands As a parent in recovery, it is natural to worry about...

What Are Triggers and Cravings?

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Treatment for recovery from alcohol and other substances must be intentional....

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Why Mindfulness Is Essential in Long-Term Recovery

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Substance use and addiction wreak havoc on an individual’s sense of...

Defining Co-Occurring Conditions

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands Co-occurring disorders refer to the presence of both a substance use...

What Does Drug Use Do to the Brain?

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands The brain is the most complex organ in our body. It...

Understanding Addiction vs. Dependency

Content reviewed by Christian Losch, LCSW, LCADC, CEO of Pinelands One of the many misconceptions about substance use and addiction is...