The Best Holistic Addiction Treatment for Veterans
No two addiction cases are identical, and no two addiction treatment plans will be the same. What works for one person might only be half as effective for someone else. This does not mean that the treatment plan is inherently flawed, but that each person requires a treatment plan as unique as they are. A truly balanced treatment plan won’t focus solely on healing the body of its physical addiction and resulting symptoms but will also address the full spectrum of a person’s health—mind, heart, soul and life. A whole-person approach also addresses employment issues, relationships and worldview. Integrating holistic [...]
The Correlation Between Veteran Trauma and Addiction
Military combat trauma and addiction are complex, interconnected issues that can wreak havoc on the lives of military veterans when left unaddressed. Unfortunately, there’s still a heavy stigma surrounding military men and women seeking professional help that prevents many of them from receiving the support they need. The extreme and often distressing conditions and circumstances of deployment can lead to prolonged and increased substance use that can be fatal if left untreated. Within this article, we’re going to dive into the correlation between military trauma and veteran addiction. In the end, we’ll provide you with some practical guidance on how [...]
