Recovery Blog
Navigating the Winter Blues in Addiction Recovery
You may feel your mood shift when the days grow shorter and colder. Irritability, fatigue, and sadness creep in as winter sets in. These feelings aren't uncommon. Winter can bring on mental health...
The Power of Trauma-Informed Care in Men’s Treatment
When you think about addiction recovery, you might first picture someone working hard to resist cravings, learning coping tools, or building healthier routines. But for many men, the roots of...
Drug Slang Decoded: What Every Parent Should Know
Keeping up with kids' slang these days is a never-ending trial. Gone are the days of "gnarly," "radical," or "totally tubular." With the presence of social media, kids' vernacular is ever-changing,...
How Long Does Alcohol Detox Take?
Choosing to get sober is a life-altering decision, and it all starts with an alcohol detox. If you or a loved one is starting at an alcohol detox facility, it's natural to ask how long you will be...
What Is Generational Addiction and How Do I Stop It?
What Is Generational Addiction and How Do I Stop It?Families have traditions that they pass down from generation to generation. Some families bake cookies at the holidays, sharing stories and...
Aging in Recovery: Challenges and Opportunities
Recovery from substance use disorder (SUD) is a personal journey. The disease does not discriminate between race, gender, socioeconomic status, or even age. However, aging in recovery can come with...
What Does the Bible Say About My Addiction
If you're struggling with addiction, you may feel like God and Jesus are a million miles away. If they are perfect, what do they know about you and your struggles? And what could they offer to help...
Relapse Prevention that Works
Recovery from an addiction is a long journey. It doesn't end when you decide to seek help, when you get sober, or when you leave a treatment center. The most crucial part of your journey happens...
How to Overcome Denial and Seek Help
How to Overcome Denial and Seek HelpHave you ever had to deal with something so overwhelming that you didn't want to face it at all? Denial is a natural response to events or situations that are...
Seeking Addiction Treatment for Women in Midlife
We've all heard the term "midlife crisis" for anyone reaching their 40s and 50s. It's associated with impulsive purchases, starting a new career, moving, etc. But, for others, reaching midlife means...
Workplace Stress and Sobriety: Protecting Your Recovery on the Job
Balancing professional life, workplace responsibilities, and ongoing sobriety is a major task, and something that many alumni face daily. It can be difficult to create a schedule that tends to...
Signs of Depression in Men You Love
Signs of Depression in Men You LoveSeeing a man you love struggle with feelings of anger, irritability, and pulling away from those he loves is difficult. You may not understand what he is going...