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Why You Should Try Group Therapy
When it comes to types of counseling received in treatment for substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health disorders, group therapy is a tried and true approach. It is a highly effective form of…
When Substance Abuse Puts You on the Wrong Side of the Law
Besides ruining your physical and mental health, drug and alcohol abuse can land you in legal hot water in many different ways. We're talking about anything from a citation for disorderly conduct to f…
How Getting Outdoors Can Help You Stay Sober
Getting outdoors in springtime can bring many health benefits for people in substance abuse treatment and recovery. From exposure to sunlight and fresh air helping to boost mood to increased energy le…
7 Reasons Why You Should Consider a Christian-Based Treatment Center
Clinical and anecdotal research over the last several years shows that coupling religiosity with addiction recovery yields excellent treatment and relapse prevention results. For example, one 2007 stu…
Cocaine's Deadly Effects on Your Mind and Body
Cocaine is making a comeback, and with fentanyl in the mix, it's deadlier than ever. From 2019 to 2021, the number of cocaine-related deaths jumped by 54%, totaling almost 25,000 people, according to…
Practicing Lent and Lessons in Recovery
Most people know Lent as a religious holiday, associated most with the Catholic and episcopal denominations. During this holiday, members of these churches mark their faces with ash, stop eating meat…
How Treatment Can Ease Isolation
Substance abuse often brings about a long list of hardships and social struggles. Addiction can be very isolating, as substances often take priority over friendships, relationships, and socializing. Y…
7 Ways to Connect With Your Loved One After Rehab
Whether they're coming home after a partial hospitalization program or a stint in a residential drug treatment facility, it's critical to recognize that you both will need time to adjust to the new no…
Waiting for a Spring Renewal
By February, many of us are tired of the endless chill of winter. We start to long for the long days of springtime with beautiful weather, warm sun, and the promise of happy outdoor gatherings and act…
Why do some people struggle to overcome addiction?
Addiction is a complex issue to understand. Why do some people struggle with addiction while others don't? Why do some recover quickly while others relapse time and time again? Whether they have dealt…
How Substances Are Affecting Your Marriage
When you think about marriage, what do you think of? Things like loyalty, love, trust, and companionship might come to mind. The truth is that these are all pretty fundamental things to have within a…
Cooking Up Something Good in Recovery
Cooking may be America's unsung past-time. Industry reports suggest that more than seventeen million cookbooks are sold in the United States every year. On the numerous holiday "feast days", we gather…
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