Halloween Parties and Alcohol Abuse
Updated on 09/18/23 Halloween can be scary for many reasons – and it’s not just the ghouls and goblins. It can be a very triggering holiday for many people in recovery. Halloween parties and alcohol abuse often go hand-in-hand, so even though October has just begun, it’s important to start planning how you are going […]
Alcohol & Drugs: Effects and Complications
Alcohol abuse often goes hand in hand with the misuse of other substances, such as prescription or illicit drugs. Mixing alcohol with drugs can have severe consequences, including side effects that can be life-threatening. Individuals with alcohol use disorders are more likely to engage in nonmedical use of prescription drugs. Combining alcohol with stimulants, opioids, […]
What is the Therapeutic Alliance?
Understanding The Therapeutic Alliance The Therapeutic Alliance is a powerful factor in the process of emotional and psychological healing during addiction recovery. There are major four pillars that make up the Therapeutic Alliance, with the singular goal of saving lives and helping you grow a bond with your therapist. The four pillars of the Therapeutic […]
What Replaces Drugs or Alcohol After Rehab?
Life After Rehab When you go through rehab and enter back into normal life, it can be difficult to wrap your head around what your new lifestyle might be like. What was once a life consumed by negativity and constant alcohol or drug-seeking behavior is now replaced with a new, healthy lifestyle. While you have […]
How Do I Know If I Have a Drug Problem?
Do I Have a Drug Problem? Drug addiction is a growing epidemic, affecting millions of people all over the world. In fact, according to the National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 21.5 million American adults battled a substance use disorder in 2014. There can be many reasons someone might fall into a drug […]
How Do I Know If I Have An Alcohol Problem?
Do I Have an Alcohol Problem? According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, 6.4 percent of people ages 18 or older reported that they drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime; 70.1 percent reported that they drank in the past year; 56.0 percent reported that they drank in the past month. […]
What is Medically Assisted Detox?
What is Detox Like? When a person is ready to get sober from drugs or alcohol, one of the first things they will experience once they’ve entered treatment is the detoxification process. The good news is, medically assisted detox is available to help make it easier. Detox is the process of the body getting rid […]
Why Should I Choose Medicated Assisted Detox?
What Can I Expect? Becoming sober from drugs and alcohol is not a cut-and-dry process for the many people around the world suffering from addiction. It is a more involved process including therapy, aftercare and ongoing work. The first stages of becoming sober can often be the most feared and difficult. This includes making the […]
Why Being in a Quiet, Secluded Environment is Best for Recovery
Clear your mind Being in a quiet, secluded environment while in a drug and alcohol rehab center can give many great benefits to people. First and foremost, you will be able to completely relax and clear your mind. Active addiction can cause a lot of negative thoughts, emotions and habits. Being able to step away […]