Melissa Carmona
About
Melissa Carmona puts years of writing and editing experience to work helping people understand substance abuse, addiction and mental health disorders. Melissa is a Florida State University graduate with a bachelor’s and master’s degrees in communication and creative writing. She’s written and edited content about behavioral health, food safety, business, arts, culture and fiction.
Working with Advanced Recovery System’s team of accredited medical professionals and individuals with firsthand recovery experience, Melissa’s goal is to put powerful insights and practical knowledge in the hands of people in recovery, their families, friends and communities. She’s fueled by the knowledge that informative and empathetic writing could be the first step to saving lives by growing compassion, reducing social stigma, and increasing people’s access to medical treatment at The Recovery Village facilities.
Credentials
- MA
Latest Articles
- The Power of Journaling for Veterans Facing PTSD Challenges
- Empowering Veterans: Strategies to Navigate Triggers and Maintain Sobriety
- Group Therapy for Veterans Addressing Addiction and Mental Health Concerns
- Enhancing Veteran Recovery Through Supportive Networks
- Rediscovering Purpose: A Veteran’s Guide to Goal Setting in Recovery
- Will the Military Discover My Rehab History?
- Reclaiming Your Strength: Navigating Addiction Recovery as a Veteran
- Inpatient Rehab Treatment for Veterans: Locations Near Me
- Empowering Veterans: The COMPACT Act and Its Impact on Veteran-Centric Care
- Everything You Should Know About Addiction Relapse in 2023 & 2024
- Is Substance Abuse Treatment Safe During the Coronavirus?
- What to Say & What Not to Say During an Intervention
- What are Ruminating Thoughts?
- The Correlation Between Trauma & Substance Abuse
- Bipolar Disorder and Substance Abuse
- Co-Occurring Disorders
- Tramadol Abuse & Addiction
- Valium Side Effects & Signs of Addiction
- Teletherapy Use Is High in Colorado and May Get Even Higher Soon
- What Is a Black Box Warning?
- How To Write An Intervention Letter in 5 Easy Steps
- How To Help an Employee Addicted to Drugs
- How The Recovery Village Supports Alumni in Colorado
- A Guide to Addiction Relapse
- 7 Detox Vitamins & Minerals That Rid The Body of Toxins
- 5 Warning Signs of Drug Abuse In Teenagers
- 4 Rules For Trying To Help An Addict That Is In Denial
- How Long Does Phenibut Stay in Your System?
- Home Remedies for Detox
- How Marijuana Affects the Mind & Body
- Treating Opioid Addiction with Ibogaine
- Is It Legal to Purchase Kratom in Colorado?
- Kratom Abuse & Addiction
- The Dangers of Mixing Klonopin & Alcohol
- Klonopin Abuse & Addiction
- 6 Vitamins & Supplements for Opiate Withdrawal
- Morphine Abuse & Addiction
- Can Home Drug Testing Kits Detect Meth?
- Fentanyl Abuse & Addiction
- Meth Abuse & Addiction
- Track Marks
- Drug Slang List, Names, and Terms
- What Is an Alcohol Intervention and How Do They Work?
- How Long Does Codeine Stay In Your System?
- Ways to Celebrate a Sober Halloween
- How Long Does Cocaine Stay in Your System?
- The Danger of Mixing Alcohol and Benzos
- Self-Medicating Anxiety with Alcohol Is Risky and May Lead to AUD
- Why Does Crack Cause Aggression?
- Long-Term Effects of Stress Binge Drinking
- Is There A Connection Between Depression And Alcoholism?
- How Benzos Affect Your Brain
- Alcohol’s Effects On The Nervous System
- Alcohol Treatment & Rehab in Colorado
- Alcohol Effects: Immediate Effects, Side Effects & Long-Term Impact
- Ambien Abuse & Addiction
- Low-Cost Options for Addiction Treatment in Colorado
- Benzodiazepine Abuse & Addiction
- Alcohol Abuse & Addiction: Symptoms, Treatment & Solutions