PTSD and Addiction

PTSD and Addiction

Suffering from PTSD and addiction is like being on a dangerous roller-coaster ride. Many people who are suffering from addiction may not even be aware that symptoms of PTSD are at the root of the issue. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health...
Summit BHC Acquires Turning Point

Summit BHC Acquires Turning Point

Summit BHC Completes Its Third Acquisition in Pennsylvania BRENTWOOD, TN (PRWEB) MARCH 15, 2016 Summit BHC (Summit), a leading provider of addiction treatment and behavioral health services, today announced the acquisition of Turning Point. Located in Franklin,...
Signs of Substance Abuse in a Loved One

Signs of Substance Abuse in a Loved One

With so many different substances available, the signs and symptoms of drug abuse can vary.  If you are concerned about a family member or suspect substance abuse by a loved one, you can look for changes in behavior, moods, and appearance. Behavioral signs of...
Sharing a Traumatic Event

Sharing a Traumatic Event

Sharing a traumatic event with a therapist or peers can seem frightening. What will people think? Will they blame you? Will you be able to recover from the event if you keep talking about it? You’re Not Alone Unfortunately, many, many people experience trauma of...
Life After Treatment

Life After Treatment

When someone in an addiction recovery program leaves treatment and returns to their life at home and work, they often feel overwhelmed. Why Is This? In residential treatment, an individual has very few choices to make. From sunup to sundown the day is usually strictly...