It is normal to experience feelings of sadness or loneliness at certain times in your life. For example, when you have lost a loved one or have relocated for a job, these and other negative feelings may arise. However, when these feelings b …
Sitting by and watching your loved one misuse drugs and alcohol can leave you feeling powerless. Understandably, you want to do something to help your loved one with their substance use disorder. However, unless they are willing to admit th …
There are many household items and medications to avoid in recovery from alcohol use and substance use disorders. Some of these items might seem harmless. However, for an addict, the same items can be a source of temptation that can trigger …
A big part of recovery includes exploring new ideas, perspectives, and perhaps getting some “experience, strength, and hope” from others who have fought addiction. Recovery books can be equally beneficial for families seeking to …
When you or someone you love struggles with substance use disorder, they may start to use more than one substance. For example, they may have an alcohol use disorder and start experimenting with various drugs only to develop an addiction to …
With more people seeking recovery, more recovery centers and treatment programs have popped up across the country. As any type of field grows, it will become more specialized, and recovery is no different. This recovery specialization helps …
If you are addicted to one or more substances, one of the first things you might experience is the inability to uphold and/or execute basic life skills. These skills can include keeping up with household chores such as dishes, laundry, and …
We often hear about substances of abuse that cause people to grapple with physical dependency and subsequent withdrawal symptoms when they stop using. A large majority of mind-altering substances, such as heroin, cocaine, and alcohol, are n …
A recent study on Adderall use in college students reports that anywhere from 7-33% of all college students abuse Adderall at some point during their college years. Research has also concluded that more than half of the students who were pr …
Drug addiction is something that directly impacts millions of people each and every year across the United States. Drugs such as heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, and prescription drugs are some of the most widely abused drugs in the countr …
