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7 Myths and Facts About Alcohol Use Disorder
Nov 7, 2023 · 7 min

7 Myths and Facts About Alcohol Use Disorder

Nearly 30 million Americans aged 12 and older qualified as having an alcohol use disorder (AUD) within the past year of being surveyed in 2021, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health…

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How to Maintain Motivation in Recovery After Treatment
Nov 6, 2023 · 4 min

How to Maintain Motivation in Recovery After Treatment

It can be difficult to maintain motivation in recovery. Early recovery can be a very vulnerable time for some individuals making it especially difficult to stay motivated. Although this may be true, s…

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Why Finding New Hobbies Is Crucial to Long-Term Recovery
Nov 5, 2023 · 4 min

Why Finding New Hobbies Is Crucial to Long-Term Recovery

We know that reaching out for help for your addiction could have been scary and difficult. It is a brave choice to start your recovery journey. We believe we can help any man who is ready to recover.…

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Debunking Myths About Spiritualism and Rehab
Oct 31, 2023 · 4 min

Debunking Myths About Spiritualism and Rehab

When looking for drug and alcohol treatment for dads, you might question the efficacy of programs that mention spirituality as a component of success. It's little wonder in today's climate. Extreme sc…

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Benefits of Faith-Based Over Non-Faith-Based Recovery Treatment
Oct 26, 2023 · 4 min

Benefits of Faith-Based Over Non-Faith-Based Recovery Treatment

There are many commonalities between faith-based and traditional recovery programs. Both groups use the 12-step format, modeling, and mentors. Both encourage group interaction and active participation…

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What is the Most Challenging Aspect of Recovering From Addiction and How Do You Overcome it?
Oct 26, 2023 · 6 min

What is the Most Challenging Aspect of Recovering From Addiction and How Do You Overcome it?

Taking your life back from substance abuse is no easy task and it will probably be the most challenging thing you have ever done. We asked addiction professionals from around the globe to share their…

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Why Do I Have Chores in Sober Living?
Oct 25, 2023 · 4 min

Why Do I Have Chores in Sober Living?

Many treatment centers like ours have rules in place for clients. In sober living, we have specific rules and chores that our clients must adapt to. Having chores in sober living may sound controlling…

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Making New Friends in Recovery
Oct 23, 2023 · 4 min

Making New Friends in Recovery

You've heard it before and you'll likely hear it repeated throughout your lifelong recovery journey: Undoubtedly, social support plays a key role in your ability to sustain lasting sobriety. Social su…

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The Buddhist Philosophy and Its Benefits in Finding Sobriety
Oct 19, 2023 · 4 min

The Buddhist Philosophy and Its Benefits in Finding Sobriety

Buddhism is a religion and a philosophy stressing mindfulness, compassion, and the pursuit of enlightenment. People of all faiths have found Buddhist teachings beneficial while seeking substance abuse…

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How Long Does the Detox Process Take?
Oct 18, 2023 · 4 min

How Long Does the Detox Process Take?

Detoxing before you are able to receive treatment for your addiction is a necessary step. Unfortunately, this step in your recovery has the potential to be an uncomfortable experience. There are many…

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The Miracle of Rehabilitation
Oct 17, 2023 · 4 min

The Miracle of Rehabilitation

To truly understand the miracle of rehabilitation, you must understand how addiction works. Whether you started using it because of peer pressure, to let off steam at the end of a hard day, to keep up…

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Am I a Failure if I Have to Return to Treatment?
Oct 14, 2023 · 4 min

Am I a Failure if I Have to Return to Treatment?

Many alumni are inspired to live happily and healthily in sobriety, hoping they will never have to attend treatment again. However, as the National Insitute of Drug Abuse (NIDA) explains, "The chronic…

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