Recognizing that your teen is using drugs or alcohol is very difficult. For some parents, it’s possible to never see the warning signs until the child is facing a drug overdose. As terrifying as that sounds, parents need to realize that drug and alcohol use is not uncommon among teenagers. Yet, understanding that your child may be using something is critical as it...
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If you’re considering residential treatment for yourself or a loved one who is struggling with a substance use disorder, it’s important to make sure you understand the facility’s approach to treatment. No two recovery centers are exactly alike, so thoroughly researching your options will help you choose the program that’s best suited to...
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Drug and alcohol addiction recovery is an ongoing, day-to-day struggle. Just as you start to feel good about the consistency in your life, the holidays show up and promise to add unwanted stress. Thanksgiving tends to be the start of a stressful season for those suffering from alcohol and drug addiction. The demands on you emotionally become hard to bear. How will...
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Kerri Cunningham, program director at Victory Addiction Recovery Center, shares her thoughts about Sam Fowler’s recent TED Talk about addiction as a family disease. Frequently, the first inquiry call we get is from a family member of an addict or alcoholic. The family is in fear and does not know what to do. They don’t even know what to tell us. In this video,...
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