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3 Goals of Family Therapy for Communication

One of the primary goals of family therapy is to enhance communication, enabling families to have open, respectful, and constructive dialogues. This therapeutic approach creates an environment where families can express their feelings, understand each other’s perspectives, and work together on solutions, leading to harmonious familial relationships. At Spokane Falls Recovery Center, we understand that…

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What Techniques Are Used in Family Therapy? 

Family therapy can be a powerful tool to help resolve conflicts and build strong relationships within families. Many different techniques are used in family therapy sessions, and they all ultimately aim to create a safe environment where family members can communicate openly with each other. Spokane Falls Recovery Center understands the family’s crucial role in…

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Recognizing Suicide Prevention Day

Launched in 2003 by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) with the World Health Organization (WHO) endorsement, World Suicide Prevention Day is recognized annually on September 10th to promote worldwide action to prevent suicide. Experts estimate that nearly 3,000 people a day, or one million per year, die by suicide. The connections between suicide,…

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Does Mental Health Play a Role in Addiction?

Mental illness encompasses a broad range of health conditions that affect a person’s emotions, mood, thinking, and behavior to the degree that it negatively impacts their daily functioning. It can be acute, coming on quickly and lasting for a short time, or chronic, where symptoms are long-lasting and persistent. There is clear evidence to support…

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The Importance of Mental Health Awareness Month

Since 1949, May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month in the United States. This effort aims to educate the public about the wide-reaching impacts of mental illness and reduce its stigma. Throughout the month, organizations work together to advocate for policies that support people suffering from mental illness and their families. This initiative…

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Do You Have a Co-Occurring Disorder?

Are you battling an alcohol or substance use disorder (SUD) and suspect you also have a co-occurring disorder? Co-occurring capable treatment options in Spokane Falls, WA, or a city closer to you allow addiction specialists to treat both disorders simultaneously. Simultaneous treatment increases your chances of a successful recovery and long-term abstinence. To learn more,…