If you have heard about yoga for addiction, you might be wondering what it is, what it can be used to treat, and how it works in a clinical setting. In this article, we will answer those questions so you can learn if a yoga therapy and mindfulness program may be beneficial to your individual needs.  What is Yoga? Yoga is a form of physical therapy, traditionally part of the Buddhist spiritual teachings but widely incorporated across many religions, faiths, and individuals. Yoga uses different physical poses with breathing techniques and meditation. What is the Purpose of Yoga? The purpose

Relapse can be a significant fear if you or someone close to you has struggled with addiction. You might worry about whether you will fail, whether it will be too hard, whether it will work or be uncomfortable. But with holistic drug addiction treatment, you get more than just a treatment for your body; you get one for your mind too. What is a Holistic Drug Treatment Program? Holistic addiction treatment programs refer to any program aside from therapy that can be used to treat addiction. This can include evidence-based programs like: Animal therapy or Pet-assisted therapy Music therapy Art

If you are recovering from addiction, you need all the support you can get. Not everyone has the support they need in their lives, and some individuals may have to go outside their family and friends for additional help. This article will discuss the different types of support groups so you can find out how you can get the backing you need during this pivotal time of your life. What are Recovery Support Groups? Recovery support groups are any type of group outside the medical community that supports you during your recovery process. They typically come in the form of

Families of veterans can experience severe emotional and psychological stress every time their loved one is deployed, returns home, or even retires. Veterans are likely to develop mental health disorders or subsequent substance abuse disorders because of the stress of active duty. Veterans might have problems: Adjusting to civilian life after being deployed or serving and retiring Finding employment after they leave the military Returning to their family after months or years apart, especially when the family dynamics changed out of necessity during that time frame. This story represents the start of the path toward addiction.  That same individual might

Substance use disorders affect people differently, including those of different genders, which is why gender-specific addiction treatment is beneficial. Gender-specific treatment programs in Utah are tailored to meet the unique medical and emotional needs of each gender. How Does Gender Affect Addiction? For many years, drug addiction research and treatment only focused on the effect of substance abuse on men. Women often struggled with the disease of addiction in isolation from the rest of society due to intense social shame and the stigma that was placed around them. Women who did seek addiction help were placed in treatment programs tailored

Addiction is not easy to fight, but finding the right rehab program will increase your chances of beating the odds. One of the things you will need to consider is how long you will need to stay in rehab. 30-, 60- and 90-day programs are available. This article will focus on the 90-day rehab option so you can decide if it’s right for you. Spirit Mountain Recovery offers an ideal 90-day Dual Diagnosis Program for addiction treatment. Contact us today at (844) 403-5433 to learn more. How Long Does Rehab Treatment Last? Rehab treatment can last as long as needed,

Going to rehab can be a scary prospect for some people. There are a lot of uncertainties involved, and it’s normal to feel anxious about some aspects of treatment. One question that may concern many individuals is, how long does rehab last? They want to know how much time they will need to spend away from their jobs and families to recover. What are the Different Types of Rehab? The question, how long can rehab last, is best answered if you understand the types of rehab involved. These include: Inpatient Rehab Inpatient rehab involves the patient staying in a rehab

Getting over addiction is not easy. It’s important to find the care that’s right for you. There are different levels of care in rehab. Once you get familiar with these levels, you can choose the one that’s best suited to your situation. This article will let you know what the levels of treatment are so you can decide what will work best for your recovery. What are the Different Levels of Care in Rehab? The different levels of care in rehab are as follows: Inpatient Rehab Inpatient rehab involves staying in a rehab facility 24/7 for a specific amount of

When it comes to helping your loved one find the right rehabilitation center, nothing is off limits. Your goal is to help find a solution, any solution, that will stick. Did you know that men’s only addiction treatment centers offer some unique advantages to traditional mixed-gender rehab options? Over the years, several studies have found that men and women abuse drugs differently, experience different outcomes from using them and require varying levels of treatment. This means, in many cases it may make more sense for men and women to have separate treatment programs to better target their unique issues. There

Of course you want to help your loved one in need. You should! Families are built around trust, support and protection. But, when does helping cross the line into enabling? And, what does enabling really mean? To truly help someone with an addiction, you need to be willing to confront them with the difficult truth by being honest, firm and standing your ground. When you love someone unconditionally, it’s natural to want to help, but it can be detrimental. What Does Enabling an Addiction Look Like? Enabling is when helping crosses over into doing. When family members go from helping

When it comes to recovery, every treatment center has its own philosophies. Some strictly follow the 12-step approach and others lean towards more holistic healing. It’s important when searching for a treatment facility to understand that when it comes to your loved one’s recovery, their opinion is what matters most. A one-size-fits-all recovery option is not going to offer the best chance for success. At Spirit Mountain Recovery, we use a variety of treatment methods to help your son, husband or father find success, peace and healing in his recovery journey. One of these methods is outdoor recreational activities that

It has long since been accepted that addiction is a disease. Depending on the make-up of someone’s genetics, they are more or less likely to develop some type of addiction within their lifetime. And while this way of thinking may very well be true, it’s important to explore some of the new waves of thinking about addiction and what it means for those suffering from it. What is an Addiction? In it’s most basic form, addiction is a repeated behavior that has destructive consequences for an individual. When it comes to understanding addiction as a disease, it is often compared

The traditional 12-step approach to recovery is not for everyone. While it is a highly effective method of treatment for some individuals, for others it doesn’t work at all. That’s simply because addiction is not a one-size-fits-all disease and recovery can’t be a one-size-fits-all approach. At Spirit Mountain Recovery, we diversify our treatment methods to help your son, husband or father find his own unique path to recovery. We believe that substance abuse addictions are multi-phasic disorders of the mind, body and spirit. And in order to find life-long recovery, we must work closely with your loved one to stabilize,

Looking on the bright side. Viewing the glass half full instead of half empty. Mind over matter. We’ve all heard these sayings before and know the point is to be positive. But as someone who has had a first-row seat to addiction, you know positivity is easier said than done. Your loved one’s struggle with addiction and possibly a dual diagnosis disorder has left you feeling exhausted and defeated. And while treatment can help your son or husband heal from addiction and bring back that hope you had lost, it’s still not always easy to look on the upside of

“What do I say to my loved one who needs treatment?” At Spirit Mountain Recovery, this is one of the most often asked questions we get from mothers, fathers, wives, siblings and grandparents in a family suffering from the effects of drug or alcohol addiction. Being able to say the right thing that motivates a person to seek treatment is not easy. Unfortunately, it oftentimes doesn’t work. But accepting that fact should provide you with some much needed relief, because trying to control the uncontrollable just doesn’t work. Remember: Someone struggling with drug addiction isn’t thinking logically or reasonably. They

Do you believe in the power of “mind over matter”? There are plenty of examples of this all around the world, from “fire-walking”, or walking on hot coals to the simple act of mindfulness and meditation. One of the most inspirational examples of “mind over matter” is Stephen Hawking, who used mental strength and a positive attitude to help beat the odds of his motor neuron disease and become one of the greatest theoretical physicists this world has ever seen. All these examples, from small actions like meditation to incredible human role models, exemplify what we are all capable of

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Did you know NASA has found approximately 19,000 near-Earth asteroids flying around out in space near our planet? Any one of them impacting the Earth could be devastating to life as we know it. On a much smaller, more personal scale, addiction is kind of like an asteroid. [/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] My name is Chris Farni, Founder and President of Spirit Mountain Recovery. As a single Dad who has dealt with two of my children’s severe drug and alcohol addictions and subsequent recoveries these past 15 years, I have experienced asteroid scares of my own. My family was lucky. My kids’

What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think addiction rehab? If this is the first time encountering addiction with your son or husband, horror stories might come to mind. Or maybe you hope treatment is a cure-all for your loved one’s troubles. On the opposite end of the spectrum where your loved one has been to treatment before, words like “expensive,” “scary,” or “unsuccessful,” might sadly come to mind. Addiction treatment centers come in all shapes and sizes, but there are some very basic truths and myths you should know as you research rehabs for your loved

Matthew Lovitt, Master Nutrition Therapist, is back for more! Last month he shared with us the complicated relationship between sugar and sobriety. This month he is here to discuss the perfect diet for recovery and life!  We’ve all been there, searching for something, anything to help us change the way we look, feel, and, perhaps, relate to the world. Before sobriety, we may sought comfort in drugs. Now that we are clean, we may turn to food. And, although food may provide some relief from the everyday distractions of life, it is often only temporary and may further complicate the recovery