Sometimes, a couple of hours of therapy and groups per week is not enough help for a person who is struggling with their mental health or addiction, but they also do not need around-the-clock care. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, our accredited treatment center offers two additional levels of care that fall between standard outpatient...Read More

There are few things in the world that can’t be accomplished through mutual love and support. The trust and security shared between loved ones is truly magical. It’s also true that love can’t resolve all issues, and when you’re caring for someone with a mental illness or mood disorder, it takes a little more than...Read More

What are the Differences Between Anger and Rage? Anger and rage are two separate emotions.  Anger is a feeling that a person experiences when they have been wronged.  It is appropriate to express anger provided it is done in a healthy manner.  A person who experiences rage has little to no control over the emotion,...Read More

If you have never heard of nitazenes, you are not alone. While these synthetic opioids have been around for nearly 60 years, they have only recently become a significant cause of overdoses in several states. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we treat people who are struggling with substance use disorders. We want loved ones to...Read More

September is National Suicide Prevention Month. Every year, September is designated as a time to remember people who have died by suicide, acknowledge the survivors they have left behind, and raise awareness about preventing suicides. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we provide treatment for people who are struggling with suicidal thoughts and support to their...Read More

For the second year in a row, Cottonwood Recovery Center has been recognized on Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers. This prestigious award is presented by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced in August 2024, and can currently be viewed on Newsweek’s website....Read More

Many adults who have struggled with addiction first began using substances in adolescence. Parents may find it difficult to consider the possibility that their teenager could be using alcohol or drugs, but it is important to have conversations with young people about the dangers associated with substance use. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we provide...Read More

Many people who have mental health diagnoses also have substance use disorders and vice versa. This is sometimes referred to as co-occurring disorders or having a dual diagnosis. At Cottonwood, in Tucson, Arizona, we have an internationally respected co-occurring disorders program. The Chicken or the Egg? Substance misuse is twice as common among adults with...Read More

When you’re looking for different wellness solutions, sometimes it’s hard to know the difference between what’s truly effective and what might be too good to be true. Fortunately, vagus nerve stimulation is both good and effective—and is a method anyone can use to help reduce symptoms of depression, inflammation, persistent headaches, and stress.   The Magical...Read More

After a rough day, sometimes it feels good to talk about your frustrations with someone else. Venting is a term that can be used to describe the release of difficult feelings by talking about them to another person. Whether this is beneficial or not can depend on several factors. At Cottonwood in Tucson, Arizona, we...Read More