Addiction isn’t something people overcome in a day. Battling the chronic disease is a lifelong process that gets easier the longer you stay sober and active in recovery. However, in order to stay sober, you need to create a relapse prevention plan for when you experience addiction triggers. Overall, creating a plan is the best…
Core Values To Guide Recovery Core values to guide recovery are often different from person to person. Different people have different reasons for abusing substances. As a result, the bedrock values a recovering substance abuser must embody might change from person to person. But there are values common to many substance abusers in the midst…
What is Outpatient Treatment? You may have wondered, “Just what is outpatient treatment?” Is it as effective as inpatient rehab? Will it fit into my life and schedule? Also, what programs does it offer? The questions you have may be numerous but you can find many of the answers below. Read on to find out…
What Are Relapse Triggers? What are relapse triggers? The term refers to those people, places, and things that send a recovering substance user running straight for their drug of choice. Relapse triggers vary from person to person. Some users can’t deal with certain street corners. Others can’t stand the sight of pill bottles or spoons.…
Relapse Prevention Techniques Relapse prevention techniques can be the difference between a successful recovery and repeated failure. These strategies stop relapses before they start by refocusing the mind, avoiding pitfalls, and relying on others for support. Continue reading for some of our favorite methods to reduce the likelihood of relapse. Distraction One of the most…
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. If you’ve been wondering, we’re here to answer, “What…
In recent years, we’ve been able to learn much more about alcohol addiction and why some individuals develop it. Alcoholism only affects about one out of every 12 people, and who it affects has a lot to do with common risk factors. You may be wondering, “Is alcoholism genetic?” Studies show that it can be.…
An alcohol addiction is a serious problem that requires treatment. While alcoholism impacts millions, its causes are not always clear. There are many different factors at play, each of which can contribute to the development of an addiction. Alcohol Addiction Can be Genetic There’s a significant amount of research proving that addiction can be at…
Heroin is a dangerous opioid, and overcoming an addiction to heroin is a tremendous challenge. Learning the signs of heroin use may give you the tools you need to help a loved one suffering with a heroin addiction. Once you recognize it, you can encourage them to get help through rehab and continuing care. The…
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…