Many individuals who do not have extensive knowledge of addiction may believe that it is an isolated issue. However, addiction commonly goes hand in hand with mental health disorders. To cope with the symptoms of mental health disorders, people may turn to drugs and alcohol as a relief. However, this often worsens the symptoms over…
When you are in recovery, you can still experience cravings, especially when you encounter triggers. The holidays may make it challenging to maintain sobriety. Alcohol and drugs are a part of countless holiday festivities. Sober holidays can sometimes be a struggle, especially in early recovery. But finding an enjoyable way to celebrate sober holidays can…
Sober Thanksgiving As winter approaches, the holiday season is now full-swing. Unfortunately, holidays can be tough if you are struggling with a substance abuse problem or are in active recovery. Partying is also especially prevalent during the holidays, which many times can make it hard to celebrate a sober Thanksgiving or New Year’s. Although not…
When you suffer trauma, the aftereffects of your negative experiences sometimes feel unbearable. They make getting through normal daily activities difficult. This leads many people into substance abuse and addiction, as they struggle to cope in daily life. But more and more people in addiction treatment today wonder, “What is somatic experiencing and how can…
Did you know that mental problems such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and addiction go hand in hand? Did you also know that you can spread awareness for this disorder on National PTSD Awareness Day? In truth, not enough people know about PTSD awareness day. The more that you know, though, the more that you…
Addiction is a common problem among men and women alike. Also, there are addiction centers in every state and most major cities across the country. However, “why don’t more people seek treatment?” One of the main reasons is that they don’t know what is rehab like. Why Do People Care What Rehab Is Like? Why…
If you’re wondering how to stop drinking, chances are you’re having some problems related to alcohol abuse. These issues could surround your relationships or your job. Or maybe you’re feeling depressed and anxious, and you feel it’s tied to drinking. The good thing is, you recognize that you might have a problem. Find out how…
Halloween parties used to mean racy costumes, plenty of alcohol, and any drugs your friends wanted to share. However, you’re changing your mind about substance abuse. You don’t want to drink any longer. Here are some tips for a sober Halloween party anyone will enjoy. Make the Commitment Whether you’re hosting a sober Halloween party…
Changing People, Places, and Things During Addiction Getting clean and sober in drug rehabilitation is no simple task. Just the thought of the massive changes that are suggested as a program of recovery can scare you away—until the next bottom. Don’t they know alcoholics and addicts hate change? Don’t panic. Everything your treatment specialists and…
Drug and Alcohol Interventions should never be confrontational. Emotions may span the entire spectrum of human experience from grief, helplessness, and anger, to disbelief, denial, and even joking about their plight. As a result, there’s a lot to know about how to conduct an intervention. Indeed, the first rule when considering an intervention is to…
Is Addiction Curable? Is Addiction Curable? Addiction isn’t curable – but it is treatable and it can be put into remission. This fact brings into debate the semantics of whether or not there is a cure for addiction. The truth is that those on both sides of the argument are probably correct. They may just…