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Connection Between Mental Problems and Drug Abuse
According to multiple National Population Surveys, there is strong Connection Between Mental Problems and Drug Abuse. People with Drug and alcohol abuse problems tend to
Is it Safe to Go to Drug Rehab During the Coronavirus Epidemic?
With the recent spread of the Delta variant strain of the Covid-19 virus, rates in the US are climbing. The data published by the CDC’s
Top 5 Tips for Rehab Newbies
Deciding to check yourself into drug addiction treatment for the first time can be intimidating. The good news is the decision to get help is
Why is Outpatient Treatment Important?
Imagine you have been stranded on an island, and you need to find your way back home. The first step on to road to recovery is a lot like that. Joining an Inpatient care program is a commitment to getting clean and finding your way back.
Overcoming An Addiction
Addiction is the compulsive, chronic, physiological, psychological need for a habit. This can be a substance, behavior, or activity and involves harmful consequences. Addiction can
Is Addiction a Disease?
To most medical professionals, the inquiry as to whether addiction is a disease is a simple one with an obvious answer. The medical response
When Should I Go to Rehab
One of the most challenging aspects of treating an addiction is being able to identify it in the first place. How do we know exactly
Is Addiction a Disability?
Substance abuse disorder, whether it is alcohol use disorder or opioid use disorder, is a complicated and dangerous diagnosis that can wreak havoc on
World Sleep Day: Dangers of Sleeping Pills
World Sleep Day, March 19th, is an annual awareness day designed to educate the general public on the importance of good sleep hygiene and
Co-Dependent Relationships and Addiction
Co-dependent relationships are common amongst those who struggle with chemical dependency. They are also one of the biggest relapse triggers. Successful and healthy relationships take
The Dangers of “Mommy Needs Wine”
Mothers are constantly bombarded by messages that booze, a more than $252-billion-dollar industry in the U.S., is indispensable to our survival as parents. Mommy needs
Celebrating the New Year in Sobriety
As 2020 comes to an end, and as we gear up to enter 2021, many of us are left feeling confused, empty, stressed, and exhausted
Addiction Recovery During the Holidays
This holiday season is especially unprecedented as we navigate through a global pandemic. This pandemic has taken lives and livelihoods and has severely damaged the
Holidays in Recovery
The holidays should be a time for gathering, celebrating, expressing gratitude, and reflecting. Still, they often bring stress and worry, especially to those struggling with
Veterans Day and PTSD: Mental Health Spotlight
Veterans Day, November 11, 2020, is a day dedicated to honoring the brave men and women who have served in the military to protect our
