The Crossroads Centre Antigua Blog
How to Heal From Trauma
January 3, 2023 | #Addiction RecoveryHow to Heal From Trauma Our memories are powerful and can often make us feel certain emotions. While some memories induce positive emotions, like happiness and laughter, others may be more negative, making us feel angry or upset. Similar to this, tra...
How to Be Happy Without Drugs
December 27, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryOvercoming a drug or alcohol substance use disorder can be extremely challenging. For people in the active stage of addiction, there may be a long list of perceived reasons to put off quitting. Whether it be denial, fear, or seeking happiness, these ...
I Can't Even Make It Sober One Day: Ho...
December 20, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryTrying to quit alcohol without success can feel very frustrating. But the truth is, most people who have developed an addiction to alcohol aren't able to quit by themselves. It's not that you lack the willpower or the mental strength - it's just that...
5 Tips for Staying Sober Through the H...
December 19, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryFor those that have been in recovery from substance use disorder for a while, some of the greatest joy and inner freedom has come to you form staying clean and sober. It’s important to protect yourself from relapse during this holiday season where ...
My Husband's Drinking Is Ruining Our M...
December 13, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryIf your husband’s drinking is affecting your marriage, you’re not alone. Addiction is often known as a “family disease” because of its pervasive effects on family members and its impact on marriages. While this situation can sometimes seem ho...
How to Stay Sober When Your Partner Dr...
December 6, 2022 | #Sobriety Tips and TechniquesFor someone who has been struggling with drinking, it can be difficult to quit when their partner continues drinking. This can put a strain on the relationship, and while many relationships do break down in this situation, this may not be the case fo...
EMDR Therapy
November 2, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryEye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy is an extensive psychotherapy that helps a person process and recover from past experiences/trauma that are affecting a person’s mental health and wellbeing. Trauma is the acknowledgement to an inte...
Living With an Alcoholic Spouse
October 27, 2022 | #Addiction RecoverySubstance abuse problems are not only difficult to overcome but they are also often marked with the ability to affect the lives of the people who are around them. While the distress of people suffering from alcohol addiction is often highlighted in r...
How Long Does Rehab Last
October 25, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryAddiction is a progressive disease that often requires treatment in order for people to have a successful recovery. Treatment facilities and treatment centers across the country offer treatment options that cater to individuals with different physica...
Relationship with an Alcoholic
October 20, 2022 | #Addiction RecoveryMany people in the US drink alcohol on a regular basis. Despite it being socially acceptable alcohol abuse can be dangerous particularly if you are at risk of developing an addiction. Alcohol use disorders can affect physical and mental illness, caus...