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Relapse Myths and Misconceptions
Relapse is expected in recovery. It is an awful truth and one many people do not want to acknowledge. However, the very nature of addiction means that quitting is difficult,…
What Are the Signs of Addiction?
Addiction carries the stereotype that the person who is addicted will attempt to hide any signs and symptoms of their issue from those around them. This is typically also not…
What is an Addictions Counselor?
Addiction can be scary and disrupting to your way of life. Once you decide to be the change you want to see and begin addiction recovery, you may be uncertain…
Dealing with a Dual Diagnosis
If you are suffering from a substance abuse issue, it is very possible that you have a dual diagnosis. Many people with underlying mental health disorders turn to substances in…
Understanding Withdrawal
For some people, the fear of withdrawal is the one thing holding them back from getting sober. They have heard horror stories about how awful withdrawal is. We are not…
What You Need to Know About IOP
Intensive outpatient programs (IOP) are one of the most useful mental health innovations. They combine the type of intensive therapy that patients receive in an inpatient setting with some of…
What Is Medication Assisted Treatment?
Are you scared of detox? If so, you will not be surprised to find out that fear of going through detox is one of the things that keeps people from…
A Sober New Year
Was sobriety one of your resolutions for the new year? If you are like many people who struggle with drug or alcohol addiction, you have probably promised yourself that you…
Avoiding Holiday Relapses
Are you dreading the holidays? For many people in recovery, the holidays are full of triggers. Some people worry that the stressors in their families may tempt them to use…
Mindfulness
When you are struggling with mental health issues or addiction, you may hear people telling you to be mindful. What does that mean? What are they encouraging you to do?…