by Bethany Heinesh | Dec 31, 2018 | aftercare, life skills, sober living
When it comes to enjoying life in recovery, there are basically two stages – getting sober and staying sober. Getting sober is difficult. First, you have to make the commitment to stop taking drugs or drinking alcohol. Making the decision to get sober is usually... 
by Bethany Heinesh | Dec 26, 2018 | addiction treatment, sober living, transitional living
Recovering from alcoholism or drug addiction is no small feat. It takes great courage and strength to achieve wellness after battling a substance abuse problem. It can also take therapy. In the past, most addiction treatment programs focused completely on the 12-Step... 
by Bethany Heinesh | Dec 20, 2018 | aftercare, mental health, sober living
It is no secret that addiction messes with your mind. This is because of the prolonged, excessive use of drugs and alcohol causes significant changes in the brain. Mind-altering chemicals (like those found in alcohol or drugs like meth, cocaine, or opioids) disrupts... 
by Julia Goodman | Dec 14, 2018 | sober living
When it comes to forging a road to recovery, drug and alcohol counseling is key. Some individuals struggling with addiction may think that once they go through the detox process, there’s no need for further treatment. However, for the large majority of people, this is... 
by Julia Goodman | Dec 14, 2018 | aftercare, sober, sober living
The completion of a drug or alcohol treatment program is a huge accomplishment. However, for most individuals, graduating from an intensive rehab program is only the first step on the road to recovery. To maintain long-term sobriety, many people participate in what is... 
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