Do you know what the most addictive substances in the world are? You may have some idea, based on media reports and what you’ve seen among your own friends and family. But the top 5 most addictive substances might surprise you. Especially since you and many people you know have probably tried at least two […]
Read More »What is a luxury rehab center? It is a place where you can go to deal with substance abuse, mental health or other problems and still have all of the luxuries of home. They are not “lock-down” facilities and the programs are specifically customized to fit the exact needs and wants of the client. The […]
Read More »If you or a loved one are struggling with addiction, you may have heard of Natural Healing Centers. These are recovery centers that promise a natural holistic approach to addiction treatment. Are natural healing centers capable of treating addiction? Here’s what you need to know. What are Natural Healing Centers? Natural healing centers take the […]
Read More »My therapist in rehab advised me to get a houseplant. She said that once I’d owned a houseplant for a year, I should consider getting a pet. Only after a year of pet ownership should I consider a romantic relationship. At the time, this made little sense to me. It felt like a test. Like […]
Read More »Most people associate drug addiction with illegal substances like cocaine and heroin. However, the reality is that a large proportion of drug addiction starts with prescription drugs. In fact, prescription drug abuse accounts for the largest percentage of fatal drug overdoses. In the face of the evidence of prescription drug abuse, the so-called “War on […]
Read More »There are a number of stereotypes about addicts, which are perpetuated by pop culture. Even people who are struggling with addiction often buy into these misconceptions, comparing themselves to the stereotype to prove they are doing fine. However, these misconceptions are unhelpful at best. Much of the time, they are a destructive force, preventing people […]
Read More »Every addict who enters rehab asks the same question. How likely am I to relapse after I leave? It is a tough question and it seems very compelling. But is there an answer at all? It is no secret that many recovering addicts relapse more than once. People who are skeptical of rehabs point to […]
Read More »On leaving drug and alcohol rehab, many recovering addicts assume that they need to avoid any location where alcohol is served. They avoid parties where people are likely to drink or do recreational drugs. While avoiding places like these can help you maintain your sobriety, the amount of danger more often depends on the people […]
Read More »Over the past fifteen years, we have seen a disturbing trend when it comes to millennials and substance abuse. American millennials are now at higher risk than anyone else for substance abuse disorders than any other generation. While generational divides are often vague and sometimes overblown, the evidence is clear in this case that rates […]
Read More »Inpatient rehab is the most effective way to treat alcohol and substance abuse disorders. But is it worth starting treatment in your later years? My mother was sixty-eight when she could no longer deny she was addicted to alcohol and sleeping pills. She was admitted to hospital, where she got detox treatment. However, when we […]
Read More »Addiction is often described as a family disease. This is only in part because the actions of the addict negatively impact the family. The reality is that when a member of a family becomes addicted to substances, the entire family system is altered. This can be seen most clearly in the case of codependent relationships. […]
Read More »Mindfulness is intrinsically linked to addiction treatment, regardless of treatment philosophy. After all, recovering addicts need to resist or simply get through cravings, and mindfulness provides the primary tools to weather the moment. Mindfulness teaches you to be present, to feel your emotions and physical sensations rather than avoiding them, and to observe them without […]
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