It isn’t uncommon for those struggling with a mental illness to also experience a substance abuse disorder, as the two conditions go hand in hand.  In this scenario, drugs and alcohol can be used as a coping mechanism for mental health disorders.  This can lead to an unhealthy cycle of treating a mental illness with...Read More

Quality sleep plays an important role, improving brain performance, mood, and your overall health.  When you don’t get enough sleep, or are frequently awakened, this can raise your risk for diseases and disorders, including heart disease, stroke, dementia, and mental health disorders.  A common misconception is that the brain rests when you are asleep.  In...Read More

A sex addiction can be damaging to current and future relationships, making it difficult to build intimacy and a deeper connection with a partner.  This type of addiction can also cause you to engage in risky behavior.  Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSATs) work with individuals that are struggling with this type of addiction to develop...Read More

All couples experience highs and lows of their relationship.  Couples therapy can help to address some of the underlying issues, improving the relationship that you have with your partner.  Some of the most common issues that come up during couples therapy are communication struggles, conflict resolution, trust concerns, and sexual dissatisfaction. By addressing these concerns...Read More

Dopamine is a chemical in the brain, known as a neurotransmitter.  When something good is perceived by the brain dopamine neurons are activated.  The pleasures that activate the dopamine neurons can vary from person to person, but the resulting feeling is the same.  For some that first drink or hit of drugs is enough to...Read More

September is a special month for us here at Campbell Recovery Services, as it marks National Recovery Month, a time to celebrate and support those who have triumphed over addiction and are on their path to recovery. At the heart of our celebration is our founder and owner, John Campbell, whose own inspiring journey to...Read More

In psychodrama treatment past life experiences are brought to the surface through dramatization and role-playing.  This can help those suffering from past childhood or adult trauma to handle the emotions associated with this ordeal in a healthy way.  Psychodrama, when overseen by a professional therapist trained in this method, can be an effective way to...Read More

Those who have a sex or porn addiction may often have trouble developing deep, meaningful relationships.  This is not a coincidence, as this type of addiction breeds love avoidance.  Those who can be described as love avoidant fear true intimacy and will avoid this at all costs.  Sex and porn addicts are seeking instant gratification,...Read More

Process addictions can follow the same destructive pattern as addictions to drugs and alcohol, neglecting school, work, relationships, and other important aspects of their lives.  Young adults, with their brains still maturing and developing, can be particularly susceptible to process addictions process addictions.  Some of the most common in young people include gaming, social media,...Read More

Addiction doesn’t just affect the addict, but the entire family is negatively impacted by their actions.  Oftentimes the extent that they are affecting their family and loved ones is not immediately obvious to the addict.  Holding a formal intervention can help families to address their loved ones’ behavior, bringing to light how their addiction has...Read More