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Combining Nutrition and Nature in Addiction Recovery

Combining Nutrition and Nature in Addiction Recovery

At The Walker Center, we recognize that while traditional therapies and counseling play pivotal roles in the recovery process, integrating fresh air, nutrition, and exercise can significantly enhance outcomes in one’s journey of addiction recovery.

5 Ways a Sober Living Home Can Strengthen Your Recovery Goals

5 Ways a Sober Living Home Can Strengthen Your Recovery Goals

In the early stages of addiction recovery, it is not uncommon for the newly sober to discover their current living environment is creating a roadblock on their journey, as they may find themselves surrounded by distractions, stressors, and temptations that can usher in a relapse. In this post, we will explore the benefits of a sober living home, what you can expect from sober living requirements, and how changing your environment can radically encourage your recovery goals. Keep reading to learn more.

How to Know If You’re Being Gaslighted by Your Addicted Family Member

How to Know If You’re Being Gaslighted by Your Addicted Family Member

With more and more people openly discussing mental health, gaslighting has become a common subject over the past few years. There’s more and more awareness of this kind of emotional abuse, which helps to prevent it in relationships. But before accusing someone of this behavior, it is essential to know what gaslighting means and how to look for the signs of gaslighting.

How to Help Your Partner with Their Drinking Problem

How to Help Your Partner with Their Drinking Problem

Watching a loved one suffer from a drinking problem is hard, but there is hope for recovery. While you can’t beat your partner’s addiction for them, you can help them with coping mechanisms and potentially even help them realize that they may need help to overcome their addiction.

Zach N: From Near Death to Recovery from Heroin & Opioid Addiction

Zach N: From Near Death to Recovery from Heroin & Opioid Addiction

Zach had a great job, was making “killer” cash, and thought that because he had money, his drug use wasn’t a problem. He was spending $600/day on heroin & opioids for years. After a near-death experience, he got help. Now, he’s been clean for six years. Read his inspirational story & learn what message he has to share with anyone struggling with addiction.