Your Early Signs of Relapse
After going through therapy and making recovery, you may feel as if you are on the top of the world. You may feel successful, proud,
Signs You May Be A High-Functioning Alcoholic
If your life is still running along smoothly even though you are abusing alcohol you may feel like you don’t have a substance problem. Sadly,
Common Misconceptions About Alcohol
We have all, at one point or another discovered that something we held to be true was actually false. Like when you learned that going
Drug Use On The Rise Among Middle-Aged Adults
According to recent studies, the United States is seeing an increase in drug use for middle-aged to older adults. Both marijuana use and opioid use
A Beginner’s Guide to Opium
Opium is an extract of Papaver Somniferum, a milky, resin-like extract from a type of poppy flower historically cultivated throughout Asia. In ancient Rome, the
The Function of Role Models During Recovery
Part of the social learning in which we engage in involves looking to others for cues on how to behave and learn through other people’s
The Importance of Relationships in Recovery
Recovery can be a particularly impeding time for any individual that provides pressure and isolation. Out of fear and irritability, some addicts continue to isolate
How Long is Alcohol Detox?
Voluntarily giving up unhealthy habits such as overeating, smoking, and alcohol can be incredibly difficult life choices. Alcohol, in particular, can be especially difficult because
How To Stay Sober During Vacation
Everyday routines can keep those recovering from alcohol dependence stay on track with their sobriety. However, when the scenery, schedule, and attitudes change when one
Alternative Rehabilitation Therapies
When it comes to treating addiction, there is no one-size-fits-all method. Different things work better than they do for others. Some people might thrive in
Medications That Ease Cravings For Alcoholics
Alcoholism or alcohol dependence is a difficult disease to overcome, especially in a society where alcohol use is so prevalent. There is no easy way
How Do I Stage a Successful Intervention?
If you care for someone who has a drug or alcohol addiction, you know how hopeless things can seem at times. Sometimes you feel completely
