Stress is the mind’s way of warning us about an existing danger or potential harm. It stimulates us to take remedial or precautionary action. It is not as severe as anxiety but it can lead to anxiety if we do not have the skills to keep it under control. Chronic stress is a response to emotional pressure…
Cognitive thinking is a mental process that alerts us to thoughts when they enter our minds and it enables us to understand and respond to them. Our every emotion and action is preceded by a thought. Cognitive skills enable us to manage the thoughts. How well we do this, depends on how good our cognitive…
Guide to Understanding Cognitive Therapy Recovery Direct provides comprehensive therapeutic care for individuals suffering from substance use disorder and associated mental health conditions that commonly include eating disorders, gambling, sex, depression, trauma and anxiety related issues. Admissions Process Information General overview of cognitive therapy Cognitive Therapy, known as CT, is a discipline that teaches us…
If you have a feeling that you have a problem with drink or drugs, it’s likely you do. If you are concerned about your own behaviour while under the influence and feel like you are unable to stop alone, then there is nothing wrong or shameful about reaching out and asking for help. A lot…
Regardless of the drug of choice, people who suffer from substance abuse disorders often deny the problem or try to manipulate their way out of getting help and going to rehab. Going to a rehabilitation centre implies admitting that professional help is needed and this can be a very stressful and trying time for the…
Recovery from substance abuse and addiction is a life-long commitment, there is no doubt about that. It’s more than just changing self-destructive habits and abstinence from drugs or alcohol. It’s a process of getting to know who you really are and learning to love and forgive yourself. Even in recovery you can still feel overwhelming anxiety…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex subject, especially since trauma and stress are personal experiences. PTSD is closely linked to coping mechanisms and our ability to process, contain and release negative feelings and emotions in a positive manner. Many people who have experienced trauma in their formative years have not learnt to adapt…
Fear and anxiety disorders can be caused by previous trauma or by role models who may suffered from the same disorder and subsequently influenced the person. In other cases, inherited genes, drugs or other disorders cause it. Abnormal responses show up in various scenarios, for example: Weak social networks: Failed relationships, bullying, backstabbing or humiliation cause…
Treating trauma is a complex task. A person can still be manifesting negative behavioural traits as a result of this past trauma even though a significant period of time, even years since a traumatic event has occurred has elapsed. Trauma can develop into Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Childhood trauma refers to…
Unfortunately there is an element of shame associated with having either a drug, (which includes prescription medication addiction) and/or an alcohol problem. Admitting you are in recovery often has a stigma attached. Regardless of anything else that you have achieved, the word “addict” or “recovery” can make you feel self-conscious. Addiction is the elephant in…