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ACCSA Addiction College
Nov 25, 20244 min read
The Need for Trauma-Informed Care in Addiction Treatment: A Holistic Approach
Addiction is often rooted in complex emotional, psychological, and physiological factors, with trauma being one of the most significant...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Nov 25, 20243 min read
Evidence-Based Guide to Creating a Pre-Assessment Form for Addiction Treatment
A pre-assessment form for addiction or substance abuse treatment is a vital tool for gathering critical information about a client’s...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Nov 3, 20244 min read
The Most Evidence-Based Treatment Plan for Treating Eating Disorders
Eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge-eating disorder, and other specified feeding or eating disorders...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Oct 20, 20244 min read
Starting and Establishing a Registered Inpatient Private Addiction Primary Care Treatment Facility in South Africa: A Step-by-Step Guide
Starting a private inpatient addiction treatment facility in South Africa can be a rewarding venture, addressing the urgent need for...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Sep 22, 20245 min read
How to Navigate Benzodiazepine Detox: Protocols and Guidelines for Successful Recovery
In the journey towards recovery from Benzodiazepine addiction or dependence, the detoxification process plays a pivotal role....
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ACCSA Team
Sep 9, 20243 min read
Integrating Mindfulness Techniques in Addiction Recovery
Addiction recovery is a complex and challenging journey that requires a multifaceted approach to achieve long-lasting sobriety. In recent...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Aug 11, 20243 min read
The Impact of Trauma-Informed Care on Addiction Treatment Outcomes
In the realm of addiction and substance misuse disorder treatment, a pivotal shift has been taking place with the increasing recognition...
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https://breathelifehealingcenters.com/
Jul 14, 20243 min read
The Polyvagal Theory, Trauma and Mental Health
Have you ever been in a situation where you felt uncertain but couldn’t really pinpoint why? Perhaps you looked around at everyone else...
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ACCSA Team
Jul 14, 20243 min read
Unlocking Hope and Recovery: Introducing Virtual Care Professional Services
Online Addiction Treatment Services In a world where the battle against addiction rages on, a glimmer of hope emerges for those seeking...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Jun 18, 20243 min read
Exploring Therapeutic Approaches in Addiction Counseling: CBT, DBT, 12 Step, and Motivational Enhancement Therapy
In the field of addiction counselling, having a nuanced understanding of different therapeutic approaches is crucial to effectively...
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ACCSA Addiction College
Jun 12, 20242 min read
Addressing the Need for Specialised Addiction Education and Certification in South Africa
As the scourge of substance abuse continues to plague individuals and communities across South Africa, the need for specialised education...
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Psych Central
May 5, 20244 min read
EMDR Therapy for Trauma and Substance Use Disorder
EMDR shows promise as a treatment for substance use disorder, but the research highlights its effectiveness for psychological trauma. Eye...
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https://bradfordhealth.com/
Apr 7, 20244 min read
4 Types of Boundaries in Recovery
Learning to set boundaries in recovery is a significant part of the process. You hear the term “boundaries” but may not have given the...
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www.rehabs.com
Jan 21, 20247 min read
Types of Rehab for Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Drug rehabilitation is designed to help people recover from drug and alcohol addiction. The intensity and length of services for any...
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Martin Preston
Jan 21, 20245 min read
The neurobiology of addiction: exploring brain changes that occur with substance use and addiction
Addiction is a brain disease. That’s what the NDA’s former director, Dr. Alan Leshner, proclaimed in his 1997 pivotal paper and countless...
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By Michael J. Tkach, PsyD, LP
Jan 6, 20245 min read
Trauma Informed Care for Substance Abuse Counselling
Trauma Informed Care, by design, helps treatment providers with the provision of services to individuals who have experienced trauma and...
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By David McCartney
Jan 6, 20244 min read
What Happens After Out-of-Area Rehab Is Vital
Connecting with community resources is essential for anyone in recovery—especially those who have traveled away from home for treatment...
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Hazeldon Betty Ford
Nov 5, 20235 min read
Trying to Stay Sober This Holiday Season? We've Got You Covered
Seven tips for staying sober, preventing relapse and avoiding the holiday blues For many of us, the holidays are a season of peace and...
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Hazeldon Betty Ford
Nov 5, 20235 min read
The Five Most Common Trademarks of Codependent and Enabling Relationships
Do you enable your loved one? Here's the difference between enabling and support. The concept of codependency and enabling sounds simple...
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Hazeldon Betty Ford
Sep 27, 20235 min read
12 Step Recovery: The Four Paradoxes
How does Twelve Step recovery actually work? In a few months' time, a person who works a good program can undergo a complete...
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