Understanding the Convoluted Nature of Designer Drugs
There are certain drugs with classifications that make them legal and/or approved for medical use. Opioids are used in prescription medication and, in some [...]
How to Practice Mindfulness in Recovery
Stress is something we all experience, and even those who are able to manage the daily difficulties and annoyances of life on most days [...]
How to Manage Boredom in Addiction Recovery
"Boredom is the root of all evil." This rather direct quote from Soren Kierkegaard points to the truth about boredom — when one fails [...]
How to Rebuild Relationships After Addiction
Repairing Personal Relationships After Struggling with Substance Abuse Whether you have struggled with addiction yourself or a loved one has, there is no denying [...]
People to Avoid During Addiction Recovery
One of the most common pitfalls of addiction recovery is trying to live your old lifestyle all the while attempting to break old habits. [...]
How to Balance a Dating Life When in Recovery
Dating is one of the thrills of life. To find someone you're compatible with, establish a relationship, create memories and plan for the future [...]
Understanding What an Opioid Addiction Looks Like
The opioid crisis has continued on in the states for years on end – because these drugs were prescribed by doctors as viable, medical [...]
What is Considered Binge Drinking?
What You Need to Know About Binge Drinking If someone asked you to describe binge drinking, you would likely picture a scene of college students [...]
Substance Abuse in College
While anyone, regardless of age, can find themselves using drugs or alcohol in an unhealthy and unsafe way, there’s no denying that this is [...]
How Social Media Can Influence Substance Use
The influence of social media has become increasingly clear in the past decade. Websites and apps that promote social connectedness quickly transitioned from a [...]