Health Consequences of Drug/Alcohol Use – June 15, 2016

Health Consequences of Drug/Alcohol Use – June 15, 2016

Last night we focused on the detrimental effects drug and alcohol use have on both brain and body. Cellular, synaptic and chemical changes in the brain. Organ, tissue and metabolic changes to the body and body systems. Though many of our group have attended treatment...
Health Consequences of Drug/Alcohol Use – June 15, 2016

Developing Intrinsic Motivation

Last night we worked on identifying early warning relapse signs. We recognized that impulsive behaviors and neglecting to work on delaying gratification undermine our resilience to relapse. Dopamine is a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) messenger that is responsible...
Health Consequences of Drug/Alcohol Use – June 15, 2016

An Evening Full of Education (and Exercise!) June 8, 2016

Getting smart about getting fit. Enhancing our self awareness and honesty with ourselves. We started with describing the mechanics of metabolism, caloric intake and healthy weight loss strategies. Most importantly, we learned how to set healthy goals and what it takes...
Health Consequences of Drug/Alcohol Use – June 15, 2016

Cooking Practicum II – Multi-Purpose Meal Prep – June 4, 2016

  Our resident food expert Casey (not pictured) knocked it out of the park last night! We got answers to our questions! How can I eat well while on a budget? What are some simple ways to ensure my meal includes healthy measures of protein, carbohydrates and fat?...