The Most Common Mistakes People Make in Recovery
Recovering from substance addiction is not an easy road. You will push yourself to break free from the hold of drugs and alcohol, work [...]
How to I Address a Loved One’s Drinking Habits?
Anytime a loved one is struggling, we often ask them if they need help in some way, and are more than willing to sacrifice [...]
Common Misconceptions About Family Therapy
If you've ever had a family member approach you and recommend therapy, it can be a shocking experience. Therapy can feel like a serious [...]
Addressing Issues with Romantic Relationships in Recovery
Substance use affects every area of a person's life. The amount of sleep you get, your appetite, the money in your bank account, the [...]
The Connection Between Domestic Violence and Addiction
Addiction tremendously changes behavior. If you or someone you know is struggling with a substance use disorder, you're sure to have noticed major changes [...]
The Impact of Your Social Circle on Your Sobriety
The people we spend our time around have a significant impact on us — it could be their mannerisms we begin to pick up [...]
The Dangers of Using Drugs to Focus
It’s no secret that educational coursework can place a heavy burden on students, leaving them with multiple assignments to accomplish and dozens of pages [...]
Understanding How Addiction and Codependency Are Linked
For a family member, friend or peer struggling with an addiction it's absolutely crucial that you, as part of their community, are present to [...]
Understanding Opioid Addiction: Risks, Symptoms and Overdose Signs
According to the CDC, opioid abuse is the number-one cause of preventable death among 18 to 35-year-olds. In fact, the opioid crisis currently claims 115 lives [...]
The Terrifying Truth of Intravenous Drug Use
Whenever drugs are consumed outside of the specific order of a doctor's prescription, there is a danger posed to a person's health. While many [...]