Addiction Blog
Am I An Alcoholic? How to Tell If You Have an Addiction
Does the question “Am I an alcoholic?” pop into your mind occasionally? People have been struggling with alcoholism for ages and although they have been using alcohol for tens of thousands of years, the earliest recorded abuse of alcohol dates from 7,000 BCE...
Dispelling Common Myths About Drug & Alcohol Addiction
Myths surrounding drug and alcohol addiction are quite common and very harmful. Replace myths about addiction with these real facts. For instance, most people are unaware of just how common addiction is in the USA. However, nearly 1 in 12 Americans have an...
How to Support Someone in Rehab for Substance Abuse
Now that your loved one has enrolled in a detox or rehab program, how can you best support them during their recovery? Learn how to offer support in recovery. How to Support Someone in Rehab One of the hardest parts of a person’s recovery journey...
My Loved One Relapsed— What Can I Do to Cope?
When substance abuse is present in a person’s life, it doesn’t just affect the person abusing the substance, it impacts everyone who cares about them. How to Cope When a Loved One Relapses By taking care of yourself and learning how to cope...
Early Sobriety: What to Expect & Tips for How to Stay Sober
If you have completed a substance abuse program, CONGRATULATIONS! That is a major achievement and you should be proud of the hard work you have done on yourself and the commitment you have shown to your sobriety. The skills you have learned to employ to...
Understanding the Addiction Recovery Stages
The addiction recovery process can follow the same basic structure for most addicts and alcoholics. But it is important to remember that even though we are suffering from the same disease of addiction, we are each shaped by our own upbringing and...
Benefits of Gender-Specific Treatment for Addiction
Recovery for many is the beginning of a long journey that winds through an individual’s darkest moments; many studies have affirmed that over 70% of those in addiction treatment have experienced physical, psychological, or sexual abuse. Because of the...
How to Hold an Intervention: Helping an Addict and Loved One
If you are worried about a loved one struggling with addiction, an intervention could help. Learn how to hold an intervention for an alcoholic and/or drug-addicted friend or family member. It is important to know what to say and where you and your loved...
Teen Substance Abuse: Signs of Drug Use in Teens
It is one of a parent’s worst fears, the possibility that their child has started using alcohol or drugs. This article will help you learn how to spot signs of drug use in teens, how to talk to your teen about drugs, and where to turn if you need help. ...
What Are the Benefits of a Sober Living Environment?
What Is Sober Living? For many folks, the transition out of recovery is one wrought with danger. One of the most common dilemmas a newly sober person faces is finding a place to live where they will not be tempted by drugs or alcohol on a regular...