After someone goes through treatment, the challenges of addiction are still evident throughout recovery. Treatment doesn’t erase all desires to use. Instead……
Completing a residential addiction treatment program can symbolize a new beginning in one’s life. While in treatment, an addict learns about the disease of addiction…..
In past articles, we have discussed the challenges of parenting in addiction. Watching a son or daughter struggle with substance abuse is painful and frustrating
Addictions develop from a combination of biological and environmental factors. While no one particular factor determines if someone will become an addict,
The trouble of selective memory can be aggravating for the family of an addict. Convincing someone of something they can’t remember feels like a frustrating
In previous articles, we have discussed the importance of creating a new life in recovery. Setting goals and creating boundaries can help people move forward.
In previous articles, we have discussed the importance of walking into situations with a plan. Managing relapse triggers is essential to staying on a sober path.
Substance abuse can evolve into patterns of secrets—both within the addict’s mind and between the addict and peers. Since addiction carries a high degree of sensitivity,
Our next installment in our Living Mindfully series is recognizing the intersection between addiction and bipolar disorder. While bipolar disorder can be misunderstood,
In light of remembering and acknowledging veterans, we are discussing the need to extend encouragement and support for the mental health of this community.
When someone isn’t ready to admit their addiction, they are likely living in denial about the seriousness of their habit. Denial can trigger a variety of excuses,
As we work with addicts from all walks of life, people are often surprised to find so many others who struggle with addiction, yet look like they “have it all together.”
