If you’ve been struggling with your mental health and also using substances to cope, you’re far from alone. Many people who feel overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or stuck in painful patterns reach for something—alcohol, medications, or other substances—to take the edge off. At first, it may feel like it helps. Over time, that temporary relief can...Read More

When you’re struggling with substance use or facing a mental health struggle, it can feel like you’re moving through life with the lights off—unsure where you’re headed, unsure if you can trust your own judgment. Maybe you’ve tried to downplay what’s happening. Maybe you’ve told yourself you should be able to deal with it. Maybe...Read More

When we work out, our brain releases endorphins and dopamine, which are “feel-good” chemicals. Those same neurotransmitters are released during drug use, as well as other experiences our brain interprets as pleasurable. For this reason, exercise is often recommended to support recovery from mental illness and substance use disorders. Exercise is good for your mind...Read More

As America has struggled with addiction over the past several decades, addiction treatment has been undergoing an evolution of sorts. The term holistic may seem a bit overused these days, but holistic addiction treatment is more than just a buzzword.  In this article, Cottonwood Tucson Explores what makes holistic addiction treatment different from traditional treatment...Read More

Substance Use Disorders and Wealth  Mental health and substance use disorders impact people with wealth just as much as anyone else. Many people imagine that people who have the benefit of generational wealth or a trust don’t have a care in the world, but nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, it can...Read More

We believe the Cottonwood Tucson website is incredibly comprehensive—a deliberate intention to anticipate and answer any question about essential services, education, and resources. Still, it doesn’t quite match the experience of an in-person tour and a chance to interact with staff members. There are numerous benefits to visiting a rehab facility—we outline a few. Why...Read More

Treatment for substance addiction, co-occurring disorders, process addictions, and mood conditions might not be effective without taking into account an individual’s full life and experiences. One aspect often overlooked in cookie-cutter approaches is the impact of trauma. Many therapeutic approaches can effectively address trauma, including a relatively new application: brainspotting. How Trauma Affects the Brain...Read More

Numerous therapeutic approaches are used to treat co-occurring substance abuse and mental health diagnoses. At Cottonwood Tucson, in Arizona, we aim to educate our guests about the various options available to support their recovery. One such option is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). EMDR was developed to treat Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and...Read More

When medical professionals talk about mind-body wellness, what does this actually mean? It’s an acknowledgment of the connection between all aspects of self: our physical well-being, our mental and emotional health, and even our spiritual center, or soulful intent. Whole-Person Wellness Without question, medical applications are necessary for progressive health. After all, if you break...Read More

When you experience anxiety, the last thing you want to hear is there’s nothing to be concerned about, or you should just snap out of it. Some people aren’t as familiar with the way anxiety about, well, everything (and nothing, sometimes) can linger just below the surface of daily life. Anxiety Disorders Are Common The...Read More