Motherhood can be quite intimidating for women who are recovering addicts. While rehab may have been extremely successful, becoming a mother is a whole new challenge. It was probably not something you prepared for in rehab. There are many reasons recovering addicts may find the prospect of motherhood frightening. The pain you feel after childbirth […]
Read More »My mother went to rehab at the age of sixty-nine. She successfully stopped using alcohol and her life changed dramatically. She is now healthier than ever before, both physically and mentally, and she is extremely excited about this. However, along with that excitement comes a lot of regrets. She wishes she had stopped using alcohol […]
Read More »It has taken a long time for people to start recognizing that addiction is an illness. The good news is that people are coming around to the idea. However, there are still many people who consider rehab to be some kind of punishment. This can apply even to the most enlightened addict or ally. It […]
Read More »It is impossible to say how many people leave rehab having successfully recovered. Addiction is not a simple illness and it can be extremely difficult to measure recovery. However, there are experts who put the number of people who find success at rehab at just 5%. This is a number that has become fairly well-known, […]
Read More »Empathy is a subject that is difficult to discuss in the modern zeitgeist. Many people feel that the internet has finally made it possible to hold others accountable. And the truth is that something like the #MeToo movement shows how much positive change it can bring. Is it really worthwhile practicing empathy for people who […]
Read More »Many addiction treatment centers take a very traditional approach to treatment. They use systems like the 12 Step Program which was created decades ago. Now, there is a lot of evidence that these programs work to some extent. But should we have moved beyond them in the twenty-first century? The question of whether addiction treatment […]
Read More »In 2022, there is still a stigma surrounding mental illness but it is less significant than ever before. People are far more aware of how common mental illness is and that it is not a sign of weakness. However, the stigma around addiction is still very strong. Addictions, or substance use disorders, are mental illnesses. […]
Read More »When you enter addiction treatment centers, you expect to get the most modern treatment, backed by science. For this reason, many people struggle to understand the place of mindfulness in rehab. Mindfulness is an ancient Eastern practice. Can it really help Americans in addiction treatment centers in 2022? The explanation lies in the kind of […]
Read More »Addiction is a disease that cannot be beaten by resolution alone. Every addict has resolved not to drink or use substances again, only to find the resolution impossible to keep. There is no reason New Year’s Resolutions should be any different. However, for those already on a recovery journey, New Year’s resolutions can give you […]
Read More »If you’re thinking about entering alcohol and drug rehab, the holidays might seem like the worst possible time. It may mean missing out on seeing family and friends and celebrating together. However, there are actually a number of reasons why it is actually the best time to go to alcohol and drug rehab. Before explaining […]
Read More »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 […]
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