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Art Therapy for Addiction Treatment: Benefits, Effects, Methods

October 20, 2023

Art therapy is a creative and expressive form of therapy that supports individuals during addiction treatment and recovery. It offers a unique approach to promoting self-awareness, emotional healing, stress reduction, and personal growth. L …

How To Support A Loved One With An Addiction

June 16, 2023

Sitting by and watching a loved one struggle with addiction is very difficult for more people. No one wants to see their loved one consumed with addiction as their drug of choice becomes the only thing important. Unfortunately, many people …

Slip Vs Relapse

June 2, 2023

One of the challenges of recovery and maintaining long-term sobriety is the risk of slips and relapses. While many people use these terms interchangeably, they have different meanings. Whether you are in recovery or someone you care about, …

The Dangers of Using Opioids While Pregnant

May 19, 2023

Pregnant women face various risks, with the potential for long-term effects on both mother and child. One of these is the potential danger posed by opioids when taken during pregnancy. Opioids are potent drugs that can cause serious side ef …

The Benefits of Gender-Specific Rehab

May 12, 2023

Gender-specific rehab can be very beneficial when someone struggles with a substance use disorder and wants help. This form of treatment allows men and women to work on their addiction in a caring, safe, and supportive environment among the …

My Boyfriend Is An Alcoholic. What Do I Do?

March 17, 2023

When you are involved in a romantic relationship and discover your boyfriend is an alcoholic, it can leave you with a lot of questions. Should you try to help your boyfriend? What should you do to help? What if your alcoholic boyfriend does …

What Is Alcoholic Dementia?

March 10, 2023

Long-term alcohol use causes changes in how our brains function. For instance, some people can develop an addiction to alcohol. Other people can be at risk for alcoholic dementia and related conditions. When you or someone you care about ha …

Can You Get Addicted To Ecstasy?

February 10, 2023

If you have tried ecstasy or know someone who uses it regularly, you may wonder if you can get addicted to ecstasy. This illegal substance is often associated with partying, dance raves, music festivals, and being popular with teens an …

How to Build a Strong Addiction Recovery Network

January 20, 2023

A strong addiction recovery network is essential to your recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders. Building your network may initially seem overwhelming, especially when you have just started rehab. Fortunately, we’ve prepare …

Have an Exit Plan to Avoid Relapse

January 6, 2023

Maintaining sobriety is part of your ongoing recovery after completing medical detox and an addiction treatment program. However, some people can stray when put into various situations and circumstances. As a result, they could relapse when …