Boredom can lead to all sorts of risky behavior, from gambling to having unsafe sex. But one of the most dangerous behaviors boredom can lead to is substance abuse. When people are bored, they often look for something to make them feel excited and free, and for many...
For people in early recovery from addiction, finding new and interesting activities to engage in that do not involve alcohol and drugs can be a challenge. However, adding one or more sober hobbies into your new lifestyle can help strengthen your recovery and improve...
At some point in an addicts stay at an addiction treatment center, whether it be residential or outpatient, they should begin to ask themselves, "what do I do after treatment?" Treatment typically consists of a 21-45 day program provided by a highly experienced...
When people struggling with a substance addiction first decide to get sober, there are general overall concerns by all who care. They might be asking am I substituting for my addiction? Even though they might be succeeding at remaining abstinent from substances, there...
One significant advantage of sober living is that it provides structured Independence the person in recovery. Recovery from alcohol and drug addiction is a life long process for all who choose this path. Many are able to achieve sobriety at home or living with family....
Recovering from addiction is a continuous lifelong commitment no matter whether it is from alcohol, drugs, or both. Individuals and loved ones will have to work together continuously to maintain the individuals sobriety and ensure their mental health is kept in check....
Relapse prevention is a key part of an effective rehab program. Addiction recovery is an ongoing process that does not end on a certain date or after completing a particular list of tasks. Both an alumni program and a focus on relapse prevention are fundamental to...
In the 12-Step program, people are often encouraged to acknowledge their powerlessness over drugs and alcohol and that they are not in control of their lives. Instead, a higher power (God) is in charge. In early recovery, this can be an encouraging thought –...
Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up.~ Dean Karnazes Running provides many benefits to anyone interested in maintaining their good health. But, running could just be the perfect option for someone in recovery from...