a man greatly benefits in addiction treatment from cognitive behavioral therapy

What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy?

Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a common form of psychological treatment that successfully treats mental health issues such as depression, anxiety disorders, alcohol and drug addictions, marital problems, eating disorders, and other severe mental illnesses. Cognitive-behavioral treatment is not for everybody. However, it can be extremely helpful for many. If you have questions about CBT…

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10 Telehealth Family Therapy Activities to Build Stronger Relationship

Individual and family therapy are both valuable standard practices for those going through substance use addiction treatment. Family therapy is a powerful method to enhance the skills required for healthy family functioning, and it typically focuses on communication, conflict resolution, and problem-solving. Telehealth family therapy activities are one way to improve these skills and also…

a woman uses cbt for drug addiction under the advice of her therapist

Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Drug Addiction

Cognitive-behavioral therapy is now considered a standard method of treatment for drug addiction. It’s particularly effective in cases where individuals demonstrate specific ways of thinking and behavioral patterns that lead to a reliance on a substance. For example, anxiety or depression often lead to drinking due to alcohol’s depressing (that is, non-stimulating) effects. Alcohol, or…

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5 Benefits of an Intensive Outpatient Program

Adolescence is a key window of vulnerability for using drugs and developing substance use disorders. Numerous studies show that the still-developing teenage brain is likely to take risks, be impulsive, and be greatly influenced by peers. By the time teens have finished high school, half will have used marijuana or abused prescription drugs, exposing them…