Stages Of Relapse Defined
It is common for those who are struggling with addiction to make attempts at recovery only to relapse. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and
Is Addiction A Disease or a Choice?
Any of us who have been through active addiction, either as addicts or as a loved one of addicts, have heard the stereotypes. “Oh, Johnny
Exercise: The Secret Weapon to Recovery
American society is constantly coming out with the next big fix, whether it is for weight loss or skin tightening. Wouldn’t it be nice if
Managing Cravings to Help Avoid Relapse
Cravings will inevitably occur within your recovery. Learning ways to cope with these cravings is what will help you to avoid relapsing. Relapse typically is
Common Relapse Triggers You Should Know
Recovering from drug or alcohol addiction is a huge feat that any addict should commend themselves for overcoming. But with recovery comes the ever-looming fear
The Significance of Exercise in Recovery
As you might expect, drug addicts tend to be neglectful of their health. They not only avoid personal responsibilities but hurt ties to family and
Discussing Alcohol Use With Teens
Being a parent is a tough job. All parents want to protect their children and raise them to be independent, healthy, productive, and successful. When
How Prevalent Is Drug Addiction Treatment?
Those who are considering drug treatment may feel like they are alone with their disease and struggle. But the truth is that drug addiction is
Facing Grief and Loss in Recovery
Bereavement, better known as grief and mourning that occurs after death, happens more often than any of us would like during our journey of recovery.
Addiction is a Family Disease
We think it is only the addict that is “sick” when, in fact, addiction affects a family in its entirety. The individual who is diagnosed
4 Of the Most Common Addictions to Drugs and Alcohol
Addiction comes in many forms: overeating, gambling, and sex to name a few. The type of addiction we most often hear of others going to
Growing Up with an Alcoholic Parent
Alcohol addiction is capable of being a major influence on both the addict and their loved ones. With over 15 million adults experiencing AUD (alcohol
