After a hectic day, it may seem as though there is nothing more relaxing than having a few drinks to…
THE SUMMER SKYROCKET OF TEEN ALCOHOL ABUSE
- February 16, 2020
A season known for barbecues, pool days, flip flops and family vacations, summer is a popular time for activities with…
WAYS TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN HEAL DURING RECOVERY
- February 16, 2020
Substance abuse affects not only the individuals using but also families and friends. It can be especially difficult for a…
GRIEF AND THE PATH TO ADDICTION
- February 14, 2020
Grief can be an overwhelming feeling that can last anywhere from days to several years. It’s a response to the…
PINPOINTING THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SLIP-UPS AND RELAPSES
- February 13, 2020
Oftentimes, individuals in recovery face situations that challenge their sobriety. In some instances this means using once, then never again….
WHY YOU SHOULD SPEAK OUT ABOUT YOUR RECOVERY
- February 11, 2020
It’s always easier to share news and speak out when something good is happening versus when you’re going through a…
LIFE AFTER ALCOHOL DETOX: IT GETS BETTER
- February 11, 2020
One of the scariest parts about becoming sober is all of the changes that come along with the lifestyle. Facing…
THE TOP 3 STRUGGLES OF SOBRIETY
- February 10, 2020
Sobriety can be uncomfortable, and sometimes even boring. We don’t like to focus on that for fear of encouraging relapse,…
HOW TO IDENTIFY ALCOHOL ABUSE WITHIN YOURSELF
- February 10, 2020
Thanks to social media, popular culture, and personal experiences, many people know what the typical signs of alcohol abuse within…
HOW ADDICTION AND MENTAL ILLNESS ARE RELATED
- February 9, 2020
The American Psychiatric Association defines mental illness as “health conditions involving changes in thinking, emotion, or behavior (or a combination…