Realizing a loved one may be struggling with drug addiction is difficult. Often, we try to deny what’s occurring because it’s too overwhelming to process. Yet substance use disorder can happen to anyone, and when it does, it is often the support of close family members that helps people to recover. There are various causes of addiction – stress, genetic...
Read MoreAddiction recovery is a long process filled with a lot of bright spots. It can be empowering to know you can make a decision about what you will do this weekend without thinking about substances. It can be even better when you accomplish health goals or personal objectives, knowing you did it because you are sober. The road to recovery will likely have a few bumps...
Read MoreIf you’re realizing it’s time to get help for your drinking, you are far from alone in your battle. An estimated 29.5 million people in the U.S. over the age of 12 have an alcohol use disorder (AUD), as data from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Addiction notes. Maybe you’re not sure where to begin. There are certainly numerous options available today for...
Read MoreWhen your time in residential drug and alcohol addiction treatment ends, your recovery journey is just beginning. You will need continued support to ensure you can maintain sobriety even when faced with life’s stressors. Enter aftercare. Aftercare is like a toolkit of resources that you can use to remain sober and healthy. Why Does Aftercare Matter? Addiction can’t...
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