How does music help with addiction?
The Therapeutic Value of Music in Addiction Recovery Researchers have also recently discovered that music improves the body's immune system function, increases the amount of dopamine that is produced in the brain and reduces stress by decreasing the amount of cortisol your body produces.Feb 21, 2018
How does art therapy help recovery?
In a nutshell, art therapy helps patients express their emotions, improve self-esteem, manage addictions, relieve stress, improve symptoms of anxiety and depression and cope with recovery.Sep 24, 2020
What are the benefits of music therapy Heather Craig?
6 Proven Benefits of Music TherapyMusic therapy reduces anxiety and physical effects of stress.It improves healing.It can help manage Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease.Music therapy reduces depression and other symptoms in the elderly.It helps to reduce symptoms of psychological disorders including schizophrenia.More items...•Jul 12, 2021
What is art in physical therapy?
Active Release Techniques (ART) are a soft tissue method that focuses on relieving tissue tension via the removal of fibrosis/adhesions which can develop in tissues as a result of overload due to repetitive use. These disorders may lead to muscular weakness, numbness, aching, tingling and burning sensations.
Managing Anxiety and Staying Well During COVID-19 Crisis
As public concern and precautions for COVID-19 are on the rise, the impact of this pandemic is being felt by everyone. Experiencing increases in stress, fear, anxiety, sadness, frustration, confusion are all normal reactions in the face of the tremendous amounts of uncertainty we are all navigating… Read More
Why is Therapy Beneficial?
In 2019, the conversation around mental health related issues has grown. In general, people are more comfortable talking about it, and while the talk is a helpful first step, it cannot be the end of the conversation. Untreated mental health issues can trigger negative behaviors, strained relationships, and a… Read More
How Art and Music Therapy Can Improve Your Addiction Treatment
Photo via Pexels Art and music therapy are typically known as complementary treatments to addiction recovery. Although they are not evidence-based practices such as behavioral therapies and pharmacological treatments, they are still a valuable way to boost the efficacy of these approaches. These therapies take advantage of… Read More
Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
Everyone experiences some form of anxiety in their daily lives, however, when the worries begin to feel out of control they can become a barrier to our success and well-being. Although anxiety can feel isolating, around… Read More
Generalized Anxiety Disorder
Cognitive Behavior Institute offers psychiatric services for generalized anxiety disorder. Watch this short video to learn more. … Read More