Helpful Relapse Prevention Techniques
The period after you leave rehab can be an exciting and scary time. You’re setting out on a journey that can lead to a better life. Addiction is an illness,…
Breaking the Cycle of Addiction
For those with substance use disorders, breaking the cycle of addiction requires assistance from licensed professionals and a deep personal commitment. You can learn strategies to kick self-destructive habits that…
Understanding Physical Dependence
Physical dependence, addiction, drug abuse--these terms are often used interchangeably. But they aren't the same. Drug abuse is the act of misusing a substance. Addiction is a series of harmful…
What Is an Enabler?
If you have a loved one with a substance use disorder, you should avoid becoming an enabler or promoting codependency in your relationship. Codependent relationships include an imbalance where an…
First Year of Sobriety
Rehab offers you the chance to focus only on yourself and recovery. However, going back into the real world means being confronted with triggers that could result in a relapse.…
Getting Help After a Heroin Overdose
A heroin overdose occurs when respiratory depression deprives the brain and body of oxygen. It overpowers the central nervous system, impacting nearly every organ in your body. This leads to…
Depression and Alcoholism
Many people with mental health disorders develop co-occurring substance use disorders. In some cases, alcohol addiction can lead to the development of mental health disorders. No matter which comes first,…
How Meth Damages Your Mental Health
Meth is one of the most damaging illicit drugs used today. Use of this drug can lead to long-term physical and mental health complications, often impacting people's relationships, work habits,…
Living Sober After Rehab
What is it like to be sober after rehab? It's hard for people living in active addiction to see what life can be like outside of the never-ending quest for…
How Music Can Help During Recovery
Do you remember spending time as a kid listening to music as loud as you could? It helped to drown out all of the frustrations, fears, and anxieties you had…