Recovery Blog
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: What It Is and How it Works
Data compiled by the National Institute on Drug Abuse within the last several years belies a significant correlation between mental illness and substance abuse. A 2018 NID report found that of the...
Educating the Family
What is more important than family? Many would agree that family is the most important thing in life. When a family member is struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, it can be difficult to...
How do drugs and alcohol affect the relationship between members of the family?
A substance abuser does not exist in a vacuum - they may have a spouse, children, parents, brothers, or sisters, just to name a few. When the user experiences the negative effects of drug or alcohol...
Reconnecting With Your Faith in Recovery
There are times in people's lives when they lose their faith. However, the lessons learned from the Bible and faith leaders give many hope and belief despite even the worst. Things like illness or...
The Power of Prayer
The power of prayer is something that many have experienced firsthand. Others may feel less confident in its ability to actually make a difference or produce results. Prayer is something that some...
Finding the Right Recovery Coach
A new chapter in life begins once substance addiction treatment ends. Or at least, the thought is that treatment stops once you complete a program. People will go back to their living and work...
How Summer Heat Can Impact Addiction
Temperatures are heating up and will continue to climb over the next few months. While some fun in the sun is great, it’s important to consider how the heat affects your mental and physical...
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and EMDR: What You Should Know
What if a hand, light, sound, or movement could decrease or erase the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)? Would you find a therapist who could help you heal from your traumatic event...
Coping With Addiction: Sibling Perspective
Do you have a sibling battling drug or alcohol addiction? Do you find yourself wondering how this could happen? It can be confusing and difficult to understand how a sibling can be struggling with...
Five Ways to Kickstart Your Recovery
Substance addiction takes away the connection people have with themselves and others. As a result, people with substance use disorder (SUD) lose sight of what is meaningful to them. Instead, they...
Tips for Navigating Holiday Gatherings
What is your favorite holiday? Do you love Christmas with all of the gifts and sweet treats? Maybe you love Thanksgiving because of the turkey, dressing, and other hearty food it brings.Holidays...
5 Reasons Why This Summer Is a Great Time to Get Sober
Summer naturally carries a lot of pleasant vibes - lazy days by the pool, backyard BBQs, picnics in the park, and vacations at the beach. It’s a time when life slows down a little, the daily grind...