Cravings, triggers, and low moods during recovery can make it difficult to avoid relapse. When you have a strong set of personal boundaries, with coping tools you can use to…
There is no “one size fits all” treatment for drug and alcohol addiction. However, some approaches and methodologies have shown consistent benefits. Understanding your options for substance abuse treatment programs…
Connecting with others who understand you and care about you is an important antidote to drug or alcohol addiction. When you read sober living blogs like this one, it can…
Getting through a recovery program can require a lot of time, energy, and financial investment. Through a relapse prevention program, you can protect the healing and recovery you have achieved.…
Heroin addiction is a growing problem in Southern California. Because of the opioid epidemic, those who are already addicted to prescription pills may turn to heroin as a less expensive…
Alcohol abuse doesn’t only involve drinking alcohol. For some, it can include other drugs mixed with alcohol. Prescription drug abuse is a growing problem in the United States, and for…
When someone has made the decision to seek recovery for drug or alcohol addiction, it’s important that this decision is respected and upheld. However, after completing a rehab program, it…
With the legalization of marijuana in California, its use has become more widely accepted. An increasing number of people are trying marijuana and using it regularly for recreational as well…
As a powerful opiate, heroin can be highly addictive. It works on the brain’s reward system, so its effects can be appealing, especially for those who feel overwhelmed or traumatized.…
When someone has finished a rehab program, there can be a lot of adjustments in the transition back to a daily routine at home. Having peer support from others who…