Archive Author: Sandy Baker

Making the Decision to Enter Drug or Alcohol Detox as a Professional

December 10, 2020

You’re struggling each day with drug or alcohol use, hiding how much you rely on substances to get through the…

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Why Is Underlying Mental Illness the Root Cause of Addiction?

December 3, 2020

Mental illness is common. The National Alliance on Mental Health notes that 1 in 5 adults in the United States…

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Transitioning Back to Work After a Professionals’ Program for Addiction Treatment

November 19, 2020

A professionals’ program for addiction treatment can be one of the most important tools you have to get back your…

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Your Spouse Is Using and You’ve Had Enough: How to Encourage Treatment

November 12, 2020

It’s time to make some decisions. You know your loved one is dependent on drugs or alcohol. It’s their problem,…

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The Value of Exercise in Addiction Recovery

October 23, 2020

What happens to your body when you use drugs or alcohol? You may know about dependency and tolerance to drugs….

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Drug Addiction Treatment for Corporate Employees – Why and How to Get Help

October 10, 2020

In the 1940s and 1950s, it was common for a stiff drink to be a component of any business negotiation….

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What Is an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), and Is It Right for You?

September 22, 2020

A variety of drug and alcohol treatment programs exist. Each one is a bit different from the next based on…

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Have You Relapsed Thanks to COVID? What to Do Now

September 9, 2020

COVID-19 has changed so much of your life. Relationships, finances, work, and even self-confidence may be different now. Extra stressors…

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How Can I Help My Adult Child with Drug or Alcohol Addiction?

September 3, 2020

Helping their children through difficult times is what parents do. While parents may hope that their children will stop needing…

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Coping with Stress at Work in Changing Economic Conditions

August 20, 2020

It is hard to know what tomorrow brings. During the pandemic, the future feels even more unsure. If you, like…

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