When you’re newly sober, every day can feel like a test of your willpower. The early stages of recovery are full of firsts: first social events without drinking, first hard day without using, first time facing emotions without numbing. It’s important to remember that facing these emotions is a normal part of the recovery process.What…
Addiction is a word that many people throw around casually, but it’s a serious issue that affects countless individuals and their loved ones. When someone is struggling with addiction, it can feel like their whole world is falling apart. They may have trouble holding down a job, maintaining relationships, or even taking care of themselves.…
The current situation regarding overdoses in the United States is drastic and only worsening as time goes on. The Centers for Disease Control states that drug overdose deaths have quadrupled in the United States since 1999. In recent years, over 70% of these deaths are caused by an opioid with an increasing amount being due…
Who Can Benefit from Case Management? What is Case Management? One of the hardest things to do when looking for help with substance abuse disorders is asking for help. The first step for most people involves entering detox and/or residential treatment. While 30, 60, or even 90 days inside a residential program can be…
SMART Recovery SMART is an acronym for Self-Management and Recovery Training. While twelve step programs are the most utilized, well-known, and preferred self-help groups for recovery, SMART is another option that some may find more suited to them. This program of recovery is based on current science backed knowledge by emphasizing methods such as coping…
As far as the law goes, there is no one set definition of what a sober living is. Also known as a recovery residence, sober home, or sober living environment, the most basic definition is a drug and alcohol free environment for individuals seeking to abstain from alcohol or drugs. While that is true, there…
The COVID-19 pandemic was the first time that nearly all 12 step support groups and other forms of in-person social interaction/support were completely shut down. One of the most crucial aspects of recovery is human connection. Thankfully, many organizations have taken numerous steps to grow and enhance their virtual resources. Even as the pandemic starts…
Relapse is so common among recovering addicts that it is an expected part of many substance abuse treatment programs. Relapsing under conditions that are different from your previous patterns of addiction can help you develop better resistance towards your urges. Don’t worry, for you are never alone in your feelings, and a lack of judgment…
After treatment for addiction and while in sober living it is very likely that a recovering person will experience cravings. Although they can be powerful and frightening, the fact is that they are completely normal. It’s been found that people who are recovering from an addiction have experienced chemical changes in the brain. The good…
When an addict or alcoholic is new in recovery, one of the most important factors is their living environment. Studies have shown that a positive social environment is a key predictor of success in achieving long-term sobriety. Further, it has been found that sober living homes are associated with improvement in multiple domains of an…
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