by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 18, 2016 | Recovery |
The terms ‘guilt’ and ‘shame’ are often used interchangeably, but they are not exactly the same. Shame is defined as:1) the painful feelings brought on from the consciousness of something dishonorable, improper, ridiculous, etc., done by oneself or another, 2)...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 16, 2016 | Addiction
The growing number of people addicted to and abusing prescription or illegal opioids is a nationwide problem.Addiction and opioid related overdoses are spreading geographically and demographically. Due to this epidemic, naloxone, which had previously only been used by...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 14, 2016 | Addiction
People with addiction disorders are at a high risk for sexual dysfunctions, as both illicit and prescribed drugs affect a person’s sexual behavior and their ability to function.There are five main types of sexual dysfunction disorders.Sexual Arousal DisordersThe...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 11, 2016 | Addiction
When someone we love and care about has an addiction to drugs and/or alcohol, it affects the entire family and is a difficult journey for all involved.When that person is also struggling with another disorder, things can get even more complicated. It is not uncommon...
by Cristina Utti, MA, MFA | Mar 9, 2016 | Addiction
If a child grows up in a family where drugs and or alcohol are abused, they are at high risk for also abusing drugs and/or alcohol.Genetics contribute to 50%-60% of the risk for addiction, with environmental circumstances making up the other 40%-50% of risk. When...
