Victory Blog

A business is only as good and as successful as its employees. When employees are struggling, your company is not realizing its full potential from those individuals. One of the ways you can help, as an employer, is to provide your team with the support they need. For some, that means guidance in getting into a professional drug treatment program. Employers may not always want to have these conversations. You may know that it is within your right to terminate...

Alcohol addiction, more appropriately called alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a life-threatening disease that impacts millions of people. It develops as a result of genetics, mental health conditions, or environmental factors, and in many situations, is frustratingly challenging to treat. But alcohol addiction treatment is critical. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provides some key facts: Excessive alcohol consumption is one of the most preventable causes of death in the U.S. Every year, 178,000 people die from excessive...

First responders face some of the most challenging work. EMTs, police, and firefighters save lives, make critical decisions, and confront traumatic experiences on a daily basis. Studies show that first responders have greater rates of depression, PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), and suicide than the general population. They also have a higher rate of substance use disorder.  Why Are First Responders at a Higher Risk of Addiction? First responders are at a higher risk of drug and alcohol addiction because they...

You want to stop addiction from ruining the life of your child, friend, or parent. For loved ones, often desperate to do whatever it takes to help a family member, it’s hard to watch them suffer. You would do anything to know how to stop addiction and turn back time. But, reality is, this is their battle. You’ve heard that before, but what does it mean to you? Is there anything you can realistically do to help your loved one?...

Alcohol addiction is a life-threatening condition that can create turmoil in relationships, impact career goals and life plans, and shorten a person’s lifespan. It is a disease, more commonly known as alcoholism or alcohol use disorder (AUD). In all forms, it is highly dangerous. Not everyone who has a drink of alcohol is at risk of developing dependency. Most people don’t suffer from addiction even if they drink frequently. Yet, others develop AUD, recognized as a compulsive and uncontrollable desire...

Why is getting help for alcohol and drug addiction so hard? If you are someone struggling with substance use disorder (SUD), you know that getting help and wanting to get help are two very different things. Even if you wanted to step into treatment and start on the path of recovery, you may not see how to make that happen. You are not alone. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration shares that, in 2023, 48.5 million people in...

Alcohol addiction, more appropriately called alcohol use disorder (AUD), is a disease that impacts people from all walks of life. Treatment is possible. But, where do you start? The first step in getting alcohol addiction treatment is to recognize what is happening and to be open to taking action. It is an honest reflection of yourself and acceptance that alcohol consumption has become a problem and that it is affecting your life. Why Recognizing Alcohol Addiction Is So Important You...

Located in the heart of Acadiana, Victory Addiction Recovery Center is one of the most affordable, accessible drug and alcohol treatment programs in Louisiana. We want to help you and your loved one get treatment. The reality is that drug and alcohol addiction take the lives of thousands of people every year. Our state is no different. In fact, Louisiana ranked second highest in the country in those who drink excessively, representing 1.02 million people in 2021. Additionally, it ranked...

A study released by the Louisiana Violence Experiences survey in February of 2025 makes it clear that Louisiana residents are struggling with alcohol and drug use disorders and are not getting the care they need. The data showed that: 1in 3 Louisianans reported binge drinking 1 in 8 use illicit drugs 1 in 11 has severe anxiety and depression 1 in 11 reported thoughts of suicide in the previous year As reported by WAFB, these numbers are increasing year-over-year, and...

Gratitude may be the furthest thing from your mind. You’re battling a constant level of stress as you work through addiction recovery. You may be struggling with relationships, maintaining your job, and just getting by. How can you feel grateful, and why does it even matter? When you decide to seek help for substance use disorder from Victory Addiction Recovery Center, you gain an ally who will remain by your side. We believe in integrity, honesty, and perseverance. We respect...