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Recovery can seem impossible when you feel like giving up on yourself. But statistics show that most people who experience an addiction recover and go on to live full, happy, and healthy lives.


November 21, 2023

doubt in recovery, expectations, navigating doubt

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Residential treatment and care programs treat people with substance use disorder (SUD) for months at a time.


November 16, 2023

long-term residential treatment, residential treatment centers

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A rehabilitation program, or rehab, can help detox patients cope with the worst withdrawal symptoms safely.


November 10, 2023

detoxification, medical detox, rehab placement

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October is Emotional Wellness Month. It’s a great time to pause and reflect on your own feelings, coping skills, and mindfulness.


November 2, 2023

emotional wellness month

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Following the 5 rules of recovery, an individual can simplify the recovery process into more manageable steps.


October 25, 2023

5 rules of recovery, rules of recovery

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Addiction recovery during the holidays doesn’t have to be a challenge. By throwing a sober halloween party, you ensure the night is safe, fun, and spooky!


October 17, 2023

holidays, sober celebrations, sober halloween

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High-profile or celebrity deaths attract disproportionate attention including from the media, giving society the opportunity for endless analysis and interpretation.


October 12, 2023

27 club, celebrities

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Someone in denial has yet to acknowledge the issue, even if their friends and family recognize it. In some cases, denial puts a loved one in the position to take the first step in finding them help.


October 3, 2023

denial, family, intervention

Female patient receives consultation with nurse after an overdose event

It's difficult to imagine the experience of suffering an overdose for those who have not been there. However, it's important to be prepared since drug overdose is an unfortunate risk of substance use.


September 22, 2023

opioid overdose, overdosing

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Alcohol abuse disorder adversely changes the body and brain. Long-term exposure to alcohol causes the body to struggle to function without it.


September 7, 2023

alcohol detox, FAQ

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The journey to sobriety is a lifelong mission. A relapse represents a setback along the way, but it doesn’t mean failure.


August 29, 2023

relapse, risk factors, support

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One of the effects of addiction is how it can hurt your sense of self-worth. When addiction is perceived as a personal failure, you tend to blame yourself. This can develop into low self-esteem.


August 21, 2023

self-worth, sober living