For many recovered addicts, the lifelong goal is to maintain their sober living status. When it comes to addiction and other chronic diseases, there is no actual cure. Recovery doesn’t stop, but it can be deterred quite suddenly by relapse triggers. Casual use may seem okay at first glance, but it can quickly turn into…
Have you ever seen someone drinking wine while pregnant? While it may seem like common sense to some people, the good habit of not drinking during pregnancy isn’t as widespread as it should be. There are certain myths about alcohol and pregnancy that are more popular than the truth. Drinking alcohol is not safe during…
The biggest obstacle a heroin addict has to overcome before they begin a lifetime of sobriety is going through the detox process. It is the most painful and life-threatening part of the heroin recovery timeline. Many addicts know that they need to get help but have trouble admitting it because they’re worried about how they’ll…
How do mental health and addiction recovery connect? An individual may have specific reasons that lead to them developing their addiction, but one of the most common factors is an inability to handle anxiety, stress, and other negative emotions and thoughts. Rather than facing their challenges head-on, drugs and alcohol can help numb negative feelings.…
When people recover from drug and alcohol addiction, they often need to readjust their lives to maintain their sobriety. One issue that often comes up is how they can enjoy parties without substance use. How does sober partying work? If using drugs and drinking alcohol was the way you had fun in the past, it…
If you haven’t experienced having a substance use disorder, recovering from one may seem like an easy task. Admit you have a problem, ask for help, receive professional treatment, get sober, and then stay sober. However, anyone that has an addiction or has witnessed a loved one go through treatment will tell you otherwise. Addiction…
When it comes to their health, most men don’t worry about it until they feel sick and have to go to a doctor. That’s not an ideal way to approach something that affects the way you live and your life itself. It’s a good thing that National Men’s Health Week comes around yearly to remind…
Getting through addiction recovery is difficult in regular times. Many people working to stay sober gained strength from connections with others. Those bonds become critical when you are at a low moment and need someone to help you avoid relapsing. The coronavirus pandemic made what was already a difficult time even more challenging. Let’s look…
Drug addiction alters the path of your life. It may create problems with relationships, cause health problems, and lead to the onset of mental health disorders like anxiety and depression. Entering a drug rehab program may help you avoid the worst outcome. An addiction treatment program can help you gain control over your life again.…
One of the most important components of addiction recovery is ensuring that you have the tools to manage your health and addiction long-term. A relapse prevention plan can help you do that. During this program, you’ll learn strategies and tools to help you stay on the right course while also learning what to do if…