Recovery

Avoiding Opioid Use at the Dentist

By Sandy Baker on Mar 20, 2020 in Addiction, Blog, Recovery

Something to Consider If you go to the dentist for your regularly scheduled appointments, you probably don’t think twice about using medications prescribed by your dentist. Yet, for those in recovery, some of these medications can put them at risk of relapse. Here’s an example. Wisdom teeth commonly arrive during a person’s late teens and early 20s. Because wisdom...

Sober Dating Options Near Lafayette, LA

By Sandy Baker on Feb 5, 2020 in Blog, Recovery

You’re on your path to a healthy Valentine’s Day this year. If you’re doing well with your addiction recovery or you have a loved one in recovery, why not create a special Valentine’s Day to celebrate your love for each other and your loving treatment of yourself? Celebrating What’s Important Here at Victory Addiction Recovery Center in Lafayette, LA, we know...

High Stress Jobs – How to Cope Without Turning to Drugs and Alcohol

By Sandy Baker on Jan 7, 2020 in Blog, Recovery

Many people face stress on the job. Jobs in healthcare, law enforcement, and high-risk finance may not seem to have much in common. Yet these and other professions often result in easy burnout, mental health problems, and, for many, substance abuse. That’s not to say everyone working a high-stress job resorts to drugs and alcohol, but many feel they need to in order...

Family Care In Addiction – Should Your Family Receive Help, Too?

By Sandy Baker on Dec 20, 2019 in Addiction, Blog, Recovery

Drug and alcohol addiction is primarily a battle you have to win against yourself. It’s one of the most challenging personal experiences you’ll face. But through it all, one thing is important to remember – you’re not in it on your own. Addiction and Relationships You’ve likely experienced a variety of relationship problems over the years. Your family members,...