Few people are equipped to deal with a loved one with an addiction. Inevitably, when someone in the family has an addiction, others in the house may either withdraw or become combative. It’s easy to see why addiction can cause frustration, hurt feelings, and mistrust in the home. However, if you are going to help…
Addiction treatment is typically divided into three stages: detox, rehab, and aftercare. These stages fit into two main types of programs: outpatient treatment and residential treatment. The categories can be subdivided into further categories. Why so many choices for addiction treatment? Because your addiction story is unique and should be handled at the right level.…
The costs of drunk driving reach far beyond the financial toll of a DUI or a lawsuit. Both the person who committed the act and everyone affected by it, directly or indirectly, pay a high price that has a lasting impact. In every case of driving drunk when someone is injured or killed, everyone is…
Once you complete your rehab, you will need as much support as possible to transition back into daily life and sustain your recovery without relapse. While there are many aftercare options such as sober living homes, continued therapy, or an alumni program, one of the most effective forms of guidance that you can get is…
Now that you have committed to going to an addiction treatment center, it is time to prepare for detox and rehab. You want to make your stay as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. Preparing for rehab essentially involves deciding what you will take and what you need to expect when you arrive. Preparing in advance…
When you are in pain, reaching for painkillers may seem like a natural response; at least, that might be what your doctor says. However, the dangers of painkillers are both evident and hidden. Regardless of how dangerous opioids are, the common perception of the drugs is that they are not only harmless but helpful. As…
Addiction recovery does not end when you complete your substance abuse treatment program. It is a continual process of growth beyond drug or alcohol addiction. As a result, it is a battle every day to avoid relapse and live a life of sobriety. Avoiding relapse includes identifying the signs of relapse and acting quickly to…
Let’s face it; spending Christmas in recovery is not your ideal holiday scenario. The thought of being away from friends and family and focusing on your addiction treatment program can feel lonely and depressing. However, a residential rehab center may be just what you need to get a fresh start during the holidays and the…
As you reach the end of the new year, it is the perfect time to make your list of sober goals. Setting goals for sober living is an individual process that depends on what stage of recovery you are currently in. Your goals at the beginning of your addiction treatment program will look different from…
Rehabilitating from drug or alcohol abuse is a process that can seem intimidating. It takes you through many different phases as you seek to step down from your addiction. Each phase of treatment is important, but some of the most important progress happens in talk therapy. Talk therapy impacts recovery by giving you a forum…