The 12 core functions of alcohol and drug abuse counseling create the blueprint all substance use professionals follow. It’s a proven guide because this step-by-step process has shown the best results in starting and managing a successful client + counselor relationship. The first of the 12 core … [Read more...] about12 Core Functions: What Is Screening?
Does Stress Lead to Substance Abuse?
Stress stinks! Do you remember the deodorant commercials that solved the problem of stress-induced sweating with a swipe of their product under each arm? If only the solution to stress were that simple! According to a study conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA), the average … [Read more...] aboutDoes Stress Lead to Substance Abuse?
A Simple Guide to the 12 Core Functions of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling
We’ve talked about what a substance abuse counselor is and the role they play in alcohol and drug treatment. But how do counselors become skilled at assisting clients during recovery? Like any other specialty, they receive specific training. Substance abuse counselors are equipped to do their job … [Read more...] aboutA Simple Guide to the 12 Core Functions of Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counseling
Mastering Anxiety after a Xanax Addiction
Xanax is a prescription drug used to manage anxiety. It’s also one of the top ten abused prescription drugs on the market. Categorized as a benzodiazepine (ben-zoe-dye-AZE-eh-peen), it’s estimated that some 61,000 people sought treatment for benzodiazepine abuse in 2011. It isn’t uncommon for the … [Read more...] aboutMastering Anxiety after a Xanax Addiction
