Even Socrates was a Drunk
One of the most prevalent stereotypes amongst many, including those new to sobriety, is a rather repugnant conception regarding the physical characteristics or appearance of
3 Things to Know About Vivitrol and Other Medications Used to Treat Alcoholism
Alcohol use disorder, the official name for alcoholism, is estimated to affect 17.6 million people in the United States, according to a report from the
Drug Addiction and Mindfulness Meditation
The fog was just beginning to clear. After three weeks battling very acute heroin withdrawals, I was finally starting to feel a measure of physical
Drug Addiction and Alcoholism Rehabs
I work in the Admissions Department for a Nashville-area recovery center, and I’m also in recovery from alcoholism and opiate addiction. These two qualifications give
His Chronic Alcoholism Was Killing Him. Then He Found Help.
Josh K. knew from an early age he was going to experiment with drugs and alcohol. When a Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E) officer came
Understanding The 12-Step Program
It can be scary when you or a loved one acknowledges addiction but seeking help through a 12-step program is one of the best methods
Opioid Epidemic Has Hepatitis C On the Rise—What You Need to Know
Hepatitis C, a virus which affects between two and six million people in the United States, is most commonly transmitted through injection drug use and
Nashville “Prime Time” Men’s Retreat: A Newcomer’s Experience
Discovery Place was represented by several staff members and alumni at the 3rd annual Prime Time Men’s Retreat at YMCA’s Camp Widjiwagan in Nashville this past weekend (Oct.
5 Questions to Ask When Choosing an Addiction Treatment Center
There’s a lot to consider when you’re thinking about going to or sending a loved one to treatment. There is no shortage of rehabilitation centers
Addiction & Recovery: A Story of Hope & Healing
Christine & Jacob: How a mother and son found hope where they least expected it Christine knew something about her son had changed. Once popular,
Coping & Strategy Tips for Family Talking About Opioid Addiction
When someone in your family or special in your life is struggling with addiction, it’s hard to watch them suffer. However, many individuals are fearful
Returning to Discovery Place After Relapse
Dave L. can tell you where he was and what he was thinking the day he realized his son was an alcoholic. Luke, Dave’s oldest
