Deciding to get clean and sober can be difficult. For many people, there is the question of if there is an easier, softer way. Few people want to admit that they have a problem that they cannot solve on their own. In our culture, admitting defeat can feel like a...
What is an intervention? How can I be sure a loved one needs one? What steps are involved in an intervention? In this article, we answer these questions families may have on how to stage an intervention for a loved on. If a...
The short answer is...it depends on a number of factors. Answering the question Can Sober Livings Kick You Out can be complex that has both moral and legal things to think about. First, let's discuss the legality of the answer. Can A Sober Living Legally Kick You Out?...
Addiction is considered a chronic disorder, with relapse rates around 40% to 60%, according to the National Institute on Drug Abuse. These rates are similar to the relapse rates of other chronic health disorders such as hypertension and asthma. In the case of...
The “one day at a time” mantra is used frequently in the world of recovery, particularly among people who follow the 12-Step principles of Alcoholics Anonymous. Its purpose is to remind them to stay in the day/moment and not think too far ahead about ones sobriety....
If you struggle with anxiety, you are not alone. In fact, it is one of the most common illnesses in America. Anxiety affects more than 40 million people in the United States alone. Even though anxiety is treatable in most, sadly, only 37 percent of those affected seek...
On our last blog we discussed prescription opiates. Namely, how they affect the brain, some common names, and how to tell if your loved one is using prescription opiates. This blog post will further discuss how to spot opioid withdrawals. As we discussed previously,...
Opioids are a class of drugs that are naturally found in the opium poppy plant. Some prescription opioids are made directly from the plant, while most are made by scientists in labs. These prescriptions are used primarily to treat moderate to severe pain as they can...
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time for gratitude – for family, friends, health, and wellness. While we also give thanks for the turkey, stuffing, and sweet potato casserole (with marshmallows), Thanksgiving is also a time for observance and reflection. It’s a holiday...