Did you know mindfulness and meditation are helpful practices that empower your mind? In this episode, Host Dr. Jason Powers shares that about 80% of individuals he sees being treated for substance use disorders also struggle with a co-occurring mental illness as well. However, there is nothing to feel ashamed of. Many of us struggle with mental illness in some capacity, such as anxiety, depression, or a variety of other mental illnesses.

Since mental illness and substance use disorder are so closely related, Dr. Powers shares that "if you're not treating addiction and mental illness, you're not treating either." The truth is, when helping individuals with the underlying reasons behind substance use, we have a significantly higher chance of assisting them to fully recover.

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month (and beyond), we want to destigmatize mental illness and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, we are here to help! Please call us at 877-697-1383 to speak with a substance use professional today!

Topics Discussed:

• Why treating mental illness and substance use disorder go hand-in-hand

• The many brain health benefits of meditation practices

• Learning to practice mindfulness BEFORE an anxiety attack

• Integrating healthy coping skills to empower your mind

• Recognizing mental illness from an objective and non-judgement standpoint

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Our evidence-based curriculum blends the best of the old with the new, supporting our mission: Recovery is best pursued when meaningful, intentional, positive habits are formed through empowerment and resilience instead of negativity and shame.

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