As October ushers in cooler temperatures and a change of scenery, it can also bring unique challenges for those in recovery. The shift in seasons often limits our options for activities, potentially making the path to recovery more challenging. However, …
Celebrating a sobriety anniversary is a huge accomplishment and life event for yourself and others. Soberness is a lifelong journey that, for many people, often comes with obstacles and setbacks. Whenever someone reaches a sober milestone, such as 30 …
There are so many benefits to staying sober beyond repairing relationships and your finances. Substance abuse can have serious short and long-term health consequences for your organs, immune system, and mental health. Sobriety can either mend or prevent further damage …
There are a variety of situations that can lead to two adults becoming codependent of each other. One of the most common tends to be when one adult is suffering from substance abuse and the other acts as their caretaker. …
Sometimes a larger group that you would typically see in a classic intervention, can further deter an individual from seeking addiction treatment. During a simple intervention, only one trusted family member or friend who is close to this individual will …
Decreasing fatal overdoses is among the top public health priorities the U.S. government will be tackling in 2023. Nearly every five minutes, a U.S. citizen dies from a fatal drug overdose. This number has only increased over the past several …
Similar to the classic invention style, family intervention is a collaborative effort to get a loved one to see addiction treatment. We understand how difficult it is for loved ones of someone who is struggling with addiction, to confront them …
If a loved one needs the help of a drug rehabilitation program, then they will also need reliable transportation to get there. Working with a facility that offers transportation services means that your loved one will be in safe hands. …
Playing video games is a favorite pastime of teenagers and young adults alike, especially young boys. When it comes to the amount of time playing video and online games, moderation is key. Teenagers are susceptible to becoming addicted, which can …
It is human nature to want to help and support the people you love. However, there is a fine line between supporting someone you care about and enabling destructive behaviors. Enabling begins naturally. Typically, family members of those suffering from …
