The Pima County Health Department (PCHD) is dedicated to helping residents achieve and maintain optimal levels of wellness, which includes addressing substance use and the opioid epidemic.
The cycle of addiction involves brain chemistry, tolerance, withdrawal, and the body's changing response to substances over time.
Most of us have experienced moments of hesitation where our thoughts spiral in so many different directions. The 5-second rule interrupts this cycle by forcing you to focus on counting down instead of overthinking the decision or allowing your mind to wander.
By John, CPSP, CCHW, Recovery Coach Disclaimer: The following is John’s personal experience of what a normal day as a Recovery Coach can look like. He notes each day is different, some days meeting with more clients than others. His goal remains the same, to be helpful and of service…
"I realized that recovery was not just about overcoming substance use; it was about rebuilding a sense of self-worth and finding purpose."
You might have read the recent NPR Exclusive: U.S. overdose deaths plummet, saving thousands of lives by national addiction correspondent, Brian Mann, that was shared on NPR yesterday. It highlighted an exciting change–that overdose deaths have decreased for the first time since 2019. The CDC has shown…
Since our founding, we’ve built a scalable app that we’re improving upon every week. We’ve grown to serve multiple states and thousands of clients. And there’s no plan to stop anytime soon.
Studies have shown that gut dysbiosis is linked to increased rates of depression and anxiety, highlighting the need for gut health interventions in substance use disorder treatments.
Substance Use Disorder (SUD), also known as addiction, is a chronic medical condition characterized by an uncontrollable urge to use drugs, alcohol, or any other addictive substances despite negative consequences.
Solution-Focused Therapy for Criminal Justice Systems is when SFT is used specifically for justice-involved individuals to encourage engagement, prosocial behavior, and a reduction in recidivism.