As complex as substance use disorders are, there’s no doubt they cause long-lasting damage to the function of the brain and the amount of inflammation present throughout the body. Meditation during recovery aims to offer some healing for these components. Designed as a therapy program for whole-body healing, meditation aids in reducing conflict and improving…
There are a lot of things to think about as you enter addiction recovery. You may be thinking about your health and getting back to work. You may be wondering about those relationships that you did not leave on good terms. Now that you are thinking clearly, you may recognize your need for a bit…
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…
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…
Thanksgiving Day is a time for family and football, mashed potatoes, and turkey. And, yes, for some people, it’s also a time of drinking. For someone who is in recovery, that’s a big problem. You want to have a sober Thanksgiving, but the pressures to give in and return to your old ways of substance…