Sober living homes are a great way for people to transition from inpatient rehab to home life. However, history, lifestyle, and gender dynamics can make some sober living homes difficult for women. Luckily, today there are sober living programs just for women. These homes provide safe, nurturing spaces for women to recover from drugs and…
Many people have preconceptions about 12-step programs. You may be nervous to try an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting for any number of reasons. There are a few misconceptions that keep people away from AA meetings, but the reality is that the program has saved millions of lives. The main reason that people do not attend is…
Alcohol is the quintessential legal drug. You buy it at the grocery store and the place where you pump your gas. However, this substance also has a dark side and routinely destroys the lives of many of its users. In fact, you may have recently suffered the symptoms of alcohol poisoning yourself. Here are some…
If you have a loved one who is facing a serious addiction, you may have wondered how to stage an intervention. The material developed below will help you understand what an intervention is supposed to accomplish. It will also lay out some helpful tips for launching your own intervention on behalf of someone you love.…
Do you or a loved one find it difficult to control how often you consume alcohol? Do you habitually drink beyond your limits to the point of extreme intoxication? If you have asked yourself, “Am I an alcoholic?” it may be time to take a serious look at your situation before your habit results in…
There are times during addiction recovery when the person in recovery is particularly vulnerable. After completing a detox program, or any time someone doesn’t have a safe or supportive home environment, relapse can happen. Recovery housing can provide a safety net that keeps people on track to achieve long-term sobriety. If you or a loved…
More and more addiction treatment programs are transitioning to online services due to the COVID-19 pandemic. At first, this may seem like a miscalculation. How can you receive treatment through a web portal? But every college and university in the country went online, and although some could not make it work for them, many others…
If you’ve been abusing a mind-altering substance for a period of time, you may have developed a psychological dependence. Dependence means that your brain believes it needs the effects of the substance to feel and perform normally. Ending long-term abuse won’t be easy, but it’s possible if you’re willing to seek professional help. A quality…
Relapse prevention helps to manage substance abuse and promotes long-term recovery. It can help those in recovery stay sober after treatment. San Antonio Recovery Center provides a relapse prevention program that teaches valuable coping skills that minimizes your urges to use drugs as pain management when placed in an uncomfortable situation, preventing future relapses. What…
With more people than ever suffering from alcoholism in the United States, many individuals have begun to look for ways to increase their long-term sobriety and overall success in recovery. Avoiding relapse, even after completing a rehab program, can be challenging. Returning to everyday life after rehab can be difficult, and many individuals don’t heal…