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The holidays can be a season of highs and lows for anyone, but if you are recently sober – or even several years into recovery – it can be difficult to stay clean during this time. Seeing old friends and family members can bring back emotions tied to past holidays. These memories aren’t always pleasant […]

When you take that first sip of alcohol, it goes to your brain in only 30 seconds and has instant short-term effects. It will alter your mood, slow your reflexes, and disturb your balance. While the occasional glass of wine isn’t cause for concern, the cumulative effects of drinking can take its toll. Heavy drinking […]

Addiction involves a physical dependency and to break this cycle you must first go through a withdrawal period called detoxification. Drug detox should always take place under the care of a medical professional – either in an outpatient or inpatient setting. In-home detox is typically not recommended as it can be too dangerous, and even […]

Crystal meth, or crystal methamphetamine, can start destroying a person’s life as early as their first use. If you think there is a chance your loved one, child or friend could be addicted to meth, you will want to urge them to get the treatment they need right away. Being on the lookout for several […]

When a drug addiction is taking over your loved one’s life, you may spend countless hours worrying about their future. Unfortunately for some, paying for drug rehab when a loved one doesn’t have health insurance is yet another concern. This is a difficult problem too many families have to face. There are ways to find […]

Thanksgiving is often considered the kickoff to the holiday season. For many, this means a time of celebrations, food and drinks. But for those who are in recovery for an alcohol addiction, this season can be a difficult and challenging several weeks. Thanksgiving can be a time where you see old friends and family, which […]

Watching a family member or friend struggle with alcohol addiction is not only frustrating, but also overwhelming because of the myths associated with alcohol abuse. Separate fact from fiction with this list of top 10 common myths surrounding alcoholism. Myth #1: Alcoholics are usually homeless, poor or unsuccessful Alcoholics are often high-functioning people who are […]

Opioid Crisis Declared a National Emergency The opioid epidemic has taken the nation by storm the past several years, as mortality rates due to overdose continue to skyrocket. On August 10th, 2017, President Donald Trump officially declared the opioid crisis a national emergency, hopefully signaling his commitment to combating the growing problem. “The opioid crisis […]

For some who struggle with alcohol use, addiction stems from problems in their past. These deep-rooted traumas from childhood can be both an impetus for alcohol or drug abuse, and a roadblock in the recovery process. Substance abuse can be an unhealthy response to a natural need for the sufferer to feel “normal”.Often they were […]

Current treatments for addiction do not necessarily look like the traditional, yet effective, 12-step programs many people have heard of in the past. Addiction affects a person in every way – physically, mentally and spiritually – and the treatment plan needs to reflect this. That is why addiction treatment centers today often include an individualized, […]

Addiction doesn’t discriminate among men and women. While both genders can struggle with substance abuse disorders, men and women benefit from two different treatment approaches. Since recovery programs can be more effective when done with only one gender, men can see real benefits when a treatment program is tailored to them. Why do Men Begin […]

Taking that first step toward drug or alcohol addiction treatment can be very difficult but necessary for a better life. The decisions can be overwhelming, so don’t let health insurance worries add to any confusion for you or your loved one. Start the journey with the information you need and use this guide to be […]