Category: Addiction & Recovery Blog

In the 1996 film, “Trainspotting”, the main character Mark Renton is a struggling heroin addict. After relapsing, his parents lock him in his childhood bedroom to make him quit “cold turkey”. You see Mark feel trapped and struggle to manage his withdrawal symptoms without any support. Oftentimes when people think of addiction treatment, one of […]

Through their own effort and willpower, your loved one was able to overcome their drug or alcohol addiction and reach recovery. They’ve even built their own daily routine to maintain their recovery, starting their day a tea shop where they see and socialize with the same people. Then it’s off to a support meeting later […]

Nervousness, panic and tension follow you around your daily life like a shadow. And if you’re one of the millions of women in the country with an anxiety disorder, you know these feelings all too well and just want a way to escape them. But with anxiety, finding an escape or a way to cope […]

It started with you feeling nervous and intimidated. When you first found out you would have to participate in group therapy in addiction treatment, you weren’t sure what to expect. Something about sharing your story of substance abuse with a group of strangers didn’t feel right. But then you completed your first session, and you […]

Taking opioids was never part of your plan. After an injury or surgery, they started off as a way for you to recover. But you didn’t expect them to give you intense feelings of pleasure. Before you knew it, opioids evolved into a way to cope with the stressors in your life. From that point […]

You’re struggling with substance abuse and you saw rehab as a way to heal and be authentic to your true self. The intention to go to rehab was there, but something happened that you could have never predicted. The coronavirus (COVID-19) has gained momentum, making you second guess whether it is the right time to […]

Are you seeking outpatient treatment for your addiction? Whether you’re transitioning from addiction treatment or seeking treatment for the first time, outpatient rehab can give you the flexibility to recover from substance abuse and manage everyday life at the same time. But then the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak happened and social distancing became the norm. The […]

When you break a bone, most people see the cast and don’t think about all the healing taking place underneath the surface. For instance, breaks heal when threads of bone cells bridge together again. Our point is that the healing process doesn’t stop once the cast is put on. There’s more to the journey. The […]

Psychedelic drugs have a bad reputation. From the war on drugs to the lectures you heard in high school, negative effects like addiction were always the first thing brought up about them. But that mindset is starting to change. More people and mental health professionals are going in-depth to examine the connection between psychedelics and […]

Valentine’s Day is a holiday known throughout the world as a time to celebrate love and connections. The aroma of red roses, decadent chocolates and romance fill the air. But going through Valentine’s Day in recovery can feel like an uphill battle. You’re proud of your loved one for moving forward on their journey towards […]

Recovery is a lifelong journey. Now that you or your loved one have successfully completed an inpatient program, you might be wondering what the next step looks like. It’s common for many people to think that returning home is the only option. But jumping from inpatient treatment to your home can be a tough transition. […]

Whether your loved one recently finished inpatient addiction treatment or decided that it’s time to get help, you’re proud of their progress. Your loved one’s addiction has been hard on them and your family. But seeing them make progress towards recovery is starting to give you a sense of hope. The next step in your […]