How Long Does it Take for Addiction Treatment to Work? What Progress in Recovery Really Looks Like
You’ve decided it’s time to get serious about getting well and take back control of your life. You’ve found a local, evidence-based, patient-centered healthcare team in Portland, OR that feels like a good fit for you. (Can we suggest Shanti Recovery and Wellness?) You’re all set and you’re ready to jump in. When you get […]
What is Neuroplasticity? Does Addiction Treatment Really “Rewire Your Brain?”
Neuroplasticity is a simple concept, but really appreciating the science of what goes into “rewiring your brain” may renew your belief that recovery from addiction is always possible. Hope isn’t just a fluffy idea in recovery. The promise of “rewiring your brain” away from patterns of active addiction towards healthier pathways is actually an evidence-based […]
The Surgeon General is Right: Alcohol Use is Linked to Cancer
In January this year, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy asked Congress to require that alcoholic beverages be sold with a “Surgeon General’s Warning” like the black and white warning boxes found on cigarettes. In his announcement, the Surgeon General noted that alcohol is the third leading (and preventable) cause of cancer behind cigarettes and obesity. […]
Choosing the Right Ketamine Treatment Clinic for You in Portland Oregon
Shanti provides expert guidance on choosing the right ketamine treatment clinic in Portland, emphasizing quality of care.
Recovery is Built by Daily Habits
Daily habits, such as sleep, nutrition, exercise, & stress management, are key to maintaining long-term recovery from addiction.
Sober Summer Fun is NOT an Oxymoron in Portland Oregon
Summer is here! While the warm weather and fun activities of summer may make you excited to get out there and soak up the sun, many people in recovery – especially those in early recovery – find that summertime months can be very triggering. With so many parties, get-togethers, picnics, beach days, BBQs, camp […]
Telehealth for Addiction Treatment Now Proven to Save Lives, Prevent Overdose
By now, I think we can all agree that virtual doctor’s appointments are very convenient. At Shanti Wellness and Recovery, our patients love the convenience of being able to access cutting edge, evidence based addiction treatment via telemedicine. It wasn’t always this easy to seek care for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) in general or […]
Addiction Treatment Doesn’t Meet the Needs of Neurodivergent People: Here’s Why
As we discussed last month, neurodivergent people – including Autistic people and people with ADHD – are more likely than “neurotypical” people to suffer from Substance Use Disorder. The neurodiversity movement continues to gain momentum and visibility. As it does, many advocates with lived experiences have begun speaking out about the failures of […]
Top 5 Signs It’s an Addiction (aka Substance Use Disorder)
“Addiction” is a word that is used pretty casually in common speech. We all say we’re “addicted” to something, whether that’s Starbucks, a television show or a certain candy. What we really mean is we enjoy those things a lot and we go out of our way to enjoy them on a regular basis. […]
How to Find Waitlist Free Help for Addiction in Portland, Oregon
Have you been struggling to find a treatment “spot” for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with addiction – also called Substance Use Disorder (SUD) – in Portland, Oregon? This problem is widespread as we continue to wade through the opioid epidemic and the mental health fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, […]