The Signs of A Dual Diagnosis Disorder
Dual diagnosis disorder, or co-occurring disorder, refers to the simultaneous presence of a substance use disorder (SUD) and a mental health disorder. Often challenging to diagnose and treat, this condition requires specialized attention from medical
Personal Agency as a Valuable Part of the Recovery Process
The ability to keep their cell phone with them is an important factor for many seeking treatment. It’s also part of an essential concept in our approach to care here at The Prairie Recovery Center—personal
All About Relapse, What it Means, and What to Do When it Happens
Defining Relapse In order to define relapse, we should start by explaining the different ideas about what constitutes sobriety. At the end of the day, sobriety means to be awake; to be present for one’s
What Does A “Psychodynamic Approach” Mean In Addiction Treatment?
What does psychodynamically-oriented care mean, and what does it entail, especially when it comes to treating substance use? At The Prairie Recovery Center, and in the Ethos Behavioral Health Group family as a whole, we
How to Support Our Loved Ones in Recovery
One in ten individuals—more than 23 million American adults—report being in recovery from alcoholism or substance use disorders. Recovery is a very positive, hopeful process, but the early phases can sometimes feel overwhelming for both
The Seasons in Ceremony: Making Room for Growth at The Prairie Recovery Center
The earth’s seasons are cyclical, as are our lives. The solstices (from the Latin “solstitium,” meaning “stopped sun) mark the longest and shortest days each year during the summer and winter, while the equinox (from
