• Young displeased, tired man with insomnia unable to sleep and suffering from burnout and newly sober struggling to get up out of bed in the morning. Mentally exhausted male awake in bed feeling stressed

    Why Do I Feel Worse When I Try to Get Sober?

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    “I thought quitting would make me feel better, but I feel awful.” This is one of the most common and confusing thoughts people have when [...]

  • Meditation as a Tool for Lasting Recovery

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    Preventing relapse is a critical part of the recovery journey. At High Focus Centers PA, we integrate meditation as a practical tool to help individuals [...]

  • The Power of Breathwork in Addiction Recovery

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    Managing cravings is one of the biggest challenges in addiction recovery, but there are natural, effective ways to ease the intensity of these urges. Breathwork, [...]

  • What is Trauma-Informed Yoga?

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    Trauma-informed yoga is a therapeutic approach designed to support individuals recovering from trauma, mental health conditions and substance use disorders. Unlike traditional yoga, trauma-informed yoga [...]

  • Holistic Healing: Embracing Mind, Body, and Soul in Recovery

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    At High Focus Centers in eastern Pennsylvania, we believe that recovery is about more than just breaking free from substance use. True healing involves the [...]

  • How Food and Diet Impact Anxiety and Mental Health: A Guide to Nourishing Your Mind

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    What you eat doesn’t just fuel your body—it also affects your brain and mental well-being. While therapy, medication, and self-care are crucial for managing anxiety [...]

  • Balancing Work, Life, and Recovery: Tips for Seeking Treatment for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Issues

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    Managing work, personal responsibilities, and recovery can feel overwhelming for individuals seeking help for substance abuse or mental health challenges. However, prioritizing your well-being is [...]

  • Healing the Brain in Addiction Recovery: The Key to Lasting Change 

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    Addiction isn’t just a habit; it’s a complex disease that profoundly affects the brain’s structure and function. Over time, the brain's pathways are rewired, creating [...]

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    The Most Common Substances Linked to Co-Occurring Disorders

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    Mental health and addiction have long been connected. Pre-existing mental health conditions are known to be one of the leading causes of why individuals turn [...]

  • The Value of Taking Time for Kindness

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    The concept of kindness isn’t one many are unfamiliar with; for the most part, we grow up hearing the phrase, “Treat people with kindness” and [...]

  • 7 Ways to Maintain a Positive Outlook in Recovery

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    Going through recovery from addiction can take a toll on your body and your mind, and sometimes it can be difficult to find the energy [...]

  • What Causes Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse?

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    If you’re wondering what the relationship between abuse and addiction is, you’ve come to the right place. This article will explore the effects of substance [...]

  • A Personal Guide for Dealing with Death and Grief in Addiction Recovery

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    Going through addiction recovery is challenging enough on its own, so much so that having to handle grieving the loss of a loved one on [...]

  • Dual-Diagnosis: PTSD and Substance Use Disorders

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    Facing a mental health disorder is a struggle. Dealing with two conditions at once can be an even tougher battle. If you think you or [...]

  • The Connection Between PTSD and Addiction

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    Research has long demonstrated an undeniably strong correlation between trauma and substance abuse. In recent decades, the connection between trauma-related disorders and addiction has become [...]

  • How to Stay Sober After Detox

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    Just as undergoing addiction detox and attending treatment is one step in the recovery journey, so, too, is life after treatment. Recovery is an ongoing [...]