June is Men’s Health Month and that makes this a perfect time to reflect on your lifestyle choices. New habits can be formed surprisingly quickly, and it’s all too common to find yourself having substance abuse issues before you know it. Fresh Start Recovery Center’s men’s rehab program in Maryland is ready to help clients make the necessary changes they need to get back on a better path. Trained medical professionals are ready to take your call at 833.625.0398 to assist you in determining sensible treatment options given your particular situation.
4 Reasons to Celebrate Men’s Health Month
1. Nurture Positive Relationships
All of us need positive relationships in our lives. This men’s health month, take time to reflect on the people in your life who make your life better. It’s also important to consider relationships that cause conflict or enable problematic behavior. It is difficult and oftentimes upsetting to step back from or end relationships with those who you have known for a long time; however, sometimes it is essential to do so for your own well-being.
Aspects of healthy relationships include:
- Trust
- Mutual respect
- Equality
- Good communication
- Accountability
- Honesty
Red flags of an unhealthy relationship may include:
- Dishonesty
- Manipulation
- Judgment
- Belittling
- Disrespectful
- Possessiveness
- Over-dependence
- Excessive volatility
- Sabotage
- Betrayal
- Violence
2. Find Time to Exercise
Fitness is an important aspect of maintaining physical and mental health. Exercise can help maintain a healthy lifestyle for those who are in recovery.
Physical fitness can help both your mind and your body maintain the strength to manage life’s everyday difficulties, including:
- Stress
- Frustration
- Anger management
- Difficulty sleeping
- Productive use of otherwise idle time
- Daily structure
- Self-discipline
- Increase confidence
- Meet others who promote healthy lifestyle choices
3. Take Time to Focus on Your Mental Health
Healthy choices, when it comes to both physical and mental health concerns, are important for men.
Signs of mental health issues can include:
- Feeling sad or down
- Confused thinking or problems concentrating
- Unrealistic fears or worries
- Heightened feelings of guilt
- Rapid mood shifts
- Less social engagement
- Excessive fatigue
- Sleep issues
- Difficulty coping with even mild stressors
- Angry outbursts
- Suicidal ideation
Mental health issues should be taken as seriously as physical health problems. Over time, lack of attention to mental health care can result in more severe mental health deterioration. Those who avoid dealing with their mental health issues often end up having physical difficulties due to the way mental health impacts the body.
4. Challenge Unhealthy Behaviors
A higher percentage of men struggle with addiction than women. Family, friends, and colleagues can provide the necessary support to make difficult life changes. Depending on the severity of the issues, this may include seeking addiction recovery treatment options.
There are many signs of addiction. They can include some or all of the following:
- Tolerance
- Loss of control
- Uncontrollable cravings
- Decreased libido
- Isolation
- Worsened physical and/or mental health conditions
- Missing regularly scheduled activities
- Engaging in risky behaviors
Fresh Start Provides Comprehensive Treatment Options
Fresh Start Recovery Center offers a variety of programs and services for those who are struggling with substance abuse disorder. Clients can choose from a wide variety of options that are tailored to fit individual needs.
Fresh Start offers many programs and services, including the following:
- Partial hospitalization program (PHP)
- Intensive outpatient program (IOP)
- Outpatient treatment program (OP)
- Relapse prevention program
Personalized treatment options include the following and more:
- Medical detox
- Holistic therapy
- Medication-assisted treatment
- Post-rehab planning
There are many paths for substance abuse treatment and recovery services. Fresh Start Recovery Center offers a wide array of services for those battling addiction.
Your path to recovery is within reach. Get back on track today by contacting Fresh Start Recovery Center online or call us at 833.625.0398 for more information about our comprehensive treatment programs.
