Addiction Recovery
05 Feb 2024
Risks of Benzodiazepine Use: What to Know
Benzodiazepines, sometimes called “benzos,” are prescription medications that depress the..
29 Jan 2024
Medication Assisted Treatment
Addiction is a chronic brain disease characterized by an intense..
04 Jan 2024
Exploring the Link Between Substance Abuse and Mental Health
More often than not, the issues of substance abuse and..
04 Dec 2023
The Four C’s of Addiction
Addiction is a complicated and confusing condition that affects people..
27 Nov 2023
Understanding Addiction as a Disease
Addiction is often mistaken as a moral weakness, but it’s..
24 Nov 2023
Can Two Addicts Have a Healthy Relationship?
When we think of a healthy relationship, we envision stability,..
13 Nov 2023
How Do I Stop Enabling an Addict?
Are you deeply concerned about a loved one who is..
26 Oct 2023
Understanding Addiction Relapse and Signs of Relapse
The path to addiction recovery is rarely a straight road...
09 Oct 2023
Addiction Recovery Journey: Embracing Progress Over Perfection
Addiction recovery is often misunderstood as a straight path that,..
04 Sep 2023
7 Best Songs About Getting Sober
Addiction is a complex disease, involving many physical and psychological..
31 Jul 2023
First, do no harm. This statement may no longer be..
01 Aug 2022
An Addict Tells Her Story: An ACE Avalanche
“An affair. A divorce. Mental illness and heartbreak. I was..
26 Jun 2022
New Beginnings: When Addiction Recovery Starts
“After years of turmoil and struggling with substance abuse, my..
12 Jun 2022
We All Fall Down: Heroin Addiction
“When your world feels chaotic, your relationships have crumbled and..
02 May 2022
The Distance Between Us: The Changing Roles Within a Family of Addiction
“I’ve packed up my childhood bedroom. Riddled with anxiety and..
19 Apr 2022
A Glimpse Out My Window: An Addict’s Sister Shares Her Story
Welcome to the first in our An Addict’s Sister series,..
01 Apr 2022
Why Do We Struggle With Substance Abuse?
Substance abuse is drug or alcohol use that cannot be..
25 Mar 2022
After Alcohol Rehab: What to Do Now
The biggest challenge for alcoholics is not getting clean, it..
18 Mar 2022
Can You Force an Addict Into Rehab?
It can be impossible to see beyond addiction. Eating, sleeping,..
11 Mar 2022
Searching for Couples Drug Rehab? Here’s What You Should Know
Couples love to do everything together… including rehab. The number..
04 Mar 2022
Signs of Tramadol Addiction
Millions of Americans suffer from some form of addiction and..
28 Feb 2022
Can Addicts and Alcoholics Handle Moderation?
Moderation is the key to happiness. People have said that..
21 Feb 2022
Is it Possible to Have an Adderall Addiction?
While your coworkers are slurping down gallons of coffee and..
15 Feb 2022
Addiction is a liar. It allows you to overlook obvious..
08 Feb 2022
Am I An Addict? How to Know
Am I an addict? That’s a simple but powerful question...
01 Feb 2022
What is Drug Court and Will it Pay for Rehab?
Jammed court dockets. Long waiting lists for addiction treatment centers...
26 Jan 2022
Struggling with Dry January? It May be Time for Alcohol Treatment
Maybe you didn’t make it through Dry January. Maybe you..
18 Jan 2022
Why Celebrity Relapse is So Common… and What Can We Learn From It
When news of a celebrity relapse hits, most people are..
12 Jan 2022
What is Outpatient Rehab?
Damaged relationships. Decimated finances. Deadened self-worth. Addiction can leave a..
07 Jan 2022
The term “recovery” has come to describe how individuals regain..
27 Dec 2021
Why are overdoses on the rise in America?
It is another deadly milestone. For the first time ever,..
15 Dec 2021
8 Tips on Approaching Someone About Addiction During the Holidays
The holidays are a time for connecting with friends and..
05 Dec 2021
13 Ways to Overcome Common Challenges in Early Recovery
Drug and alcohol rehab centers have an amazing success rate..
29 Nov 2021
Rehab After Work: How It Can Work for You
Ah, the end of the day. After waking up, getting..
22 Nov 2021
Addiction in the Workplace: Should I Tell My Employer About My Addiction?
Your job is a big part of your life. We..
18 Nov 2021
9 Ways to Help Someone Suffering from Addiction
The battle with addiction isn’t an individual one. It takes..
15 Nov 2021
Social Media and Substance Abuse: What’s the Link?
Advertisers love social media. The average person spends three to..
11 Nov 2021
How to Help a Veteran with Addiction
Veterans deserve and have earned our respect. Their sacrifice is..
08 Nov 2021
11 Tips on Working While in Recovery
Addiction can wipe you out financially. Yet, the bills still..
03 Nov 2021
5 Things We Can Learn from Celebrity Overdoses
Celebrities have a way of dominating the headlines. No matter..
30 Sep 2021
Overdose after Relapse: Loss of Tolerance Can Have Fatal Consequences
You wanted off the opioids, and you did it! You’ve..
21 Aug 2021
The short answer is yes, you can be addicted to..
31 Jul 2021
Going Back to Work After Rehab: 5 Steps to Successfully Re-Entering the World of Work
It’s been 30, 60 or 90 days. You’ve successfully completed..
17 Sep 2020
Weed, marijuana, pot, grass, ganga… whatever you call it, is..
17 Aug 2020
Drinking too much? Turning to drugs? 9 ways to get back on track if the coronavirus caused you to relapse
Relapse. Overdose. Drinking among certain groups. It’s all on the..
07 Aug 2020
What is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome and How do I Deal With It?
Detoxing from drugs and alcohol is not pretty. The first..
23 Jul 2020
The Truth Behind Addiction Statistics
Concerned family members and friends always want to know what..
12 Jul 2020
Former Alcoholic and Drug Addict Shares His Story
Recently we had the opportunity to sit down with our..
23 Jun 2020
5 Things to Know Before Starting Suboxone Treatment
Imagine yourself clean and sober, surrounded by clean and sober..
13 May 2020
Brain mapping is a non-invasive procedure that painlessly and safely..
09 Apr 2020
Overcoming Addiction: Is it Possible? Do You Ever Get Over An Addiction?
It’s well-known that addiction hijacks the brain. Even though addicts..
24 Mar 2020
Staying Sober in the Time of Coronavirus – Your Relapse Prevention Plan
Amid the call to quarantine and socially distance ourselves, those..
30 Dec 2019
How Do Process Addictions Differ from Substance Use Disorders?
Although the key that turns the door is different with..
25 Nov 2019
TRICARE Approved Residential Treatment Centers: What is Covered and Do You Need One?
TRICARE is a health insurance plan that covers active duty..
14 Nov 2019
The Florida Marchman Act: What You Need to Know
Florida’s Marchman Act allows the judicial system to temporarily detain,..
20 Oct 2019
What Demi Lovato Teaches Us About Addiction and Recovery
Singer Demi Lovato has been in the public eye since..
26 Sep 2019
What is Dual Diagnosis and How is it Treated?
Dual diagnosis is defined as having a mental health condition..
17 Sep 2019
What is Holistic Addiction Treatment and Does it Work?
Holistic addiction treatment treats the mind, body and soul of..
26 Aug 2019
Mother of Drug Addicted Son Shares Her Story
The statistics are out there. The highest level of substance..
23 Jul 2019
Drug Rehab: The Eight Most Frequently Asked Questions
Drug rehab may have not been your first thought. This..
12 Jul 2019
A Guide to Understanding Heroin Addiction
Many Americans have at least heard of the ongoing opioid..
27 Mar 2019
Five Must-See Documentaries For People Suffering From Addiction
Several documentaries have been made for people suffering from addiction...