Can Opiates Be Taken As Prescribed Without Misuse?

Can Opiates Be Taken As Prescribed Without Misuse?

Can Opiates Be Taken As Prescribed Without Misuse? Many men and women who are prescribed opiates for legitimate pain-related issues began to develop physical and psychological dependence. The US has recently seen a significant and lasting increase in rates of opioid abuse, addiction, and overdose-related death. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse in […]

Can Being Sober Be Boring at First?

Can Being Sober Be Boring at First? Sobriety is a huge life shift that takes some getting used to, but don’t fall into boredom or isolation because it can lead to relapse or active addiction. Sobriety is a huge life shift that takes some getting used to. It’s a trade-off, especially when coming from the […]

Can Being Sober Be Boring at First?

Can Being Sober Be Boring at First?

Can Being Sober Be Boring at First? Sobriety is a huge life shift that takes some getting used to, but don’t fall into boredom or isolation because it can lead to relapse or active addiction. Sobriety is a huge life shift that takes some getting used to. It’s a trade-off, especially when coming from the […]

Can Rehab Cure Substance Use Disorders?

Can Rehab Cure Substance Use Disorders? While rehab is an incredible addiction resource to have in your back pocket, it is not a cure to a substance use disorder. If you have suffered at the hand of addiction like hundreds of thousands of others, including myself then you most likely have wished there was a […]

Can Rehab Cure Substance Use Disorders?

Can Rehab Cure Substance Use Disorders?

Can Rehab Cure Substance Use Disorders? While rehab is an incredible addiction resource to have in your back pocket, it is not a cure to a substance use disorder. If you have suffered at the hand of addiction like hundreds of thousands of others, including myself then you most likely have wished there was a […]

Most Popular Alcoholism Sobriety Quotes

Most Popular Alcoholism Sobriety Quotes If you or a family member are sober, you understand that any day can quickly become a volatile one, and an uplifting message can help lift the spirit of a recovering alcoholic or addict. If you or someone you know is in recovery from alcoholism or drug abuse, you perfectly […]

Most Popular Alcoholism Sobriety Quotes

Most Popular Alcoholism Sobriety Quotes

Most Popular Alcoholism Sobriety Quotes If you or a family member are sober, you understand that any day can quickly become a volatile one, and an uplifting message can help lift the spirit of a recovering alcoholic or addict. If you or someone you know is in recovery from alcoholism or drug abuse, you perfectly […]

Advantages of Al-Anon Twelve-Step Meetings

Advantages of Al-Anon Twelve-Step Meetings Family members of those struggling with alcoholism are advised to attend Al-Anon meetings while their loved one is getting sober. Is this a good idea and does it help? According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 23 million Americans have a substance abuse disorder aged 12 and older. […]

Advantages of Al-Anon Twelve-Step Meetings

Advantages of Al-Anon Twelve-Step Meetings

Advantages of Al-Anon Twelve-Step Meetings Family members of those struggling with alcoholism are advised to attend Al-Anon meetings while their loved one is getting sober. Is this a good idea and does it help? According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), about 23 million Americans have a substance abuse disorder aged 12 and older. […]

Twelve-Step Programs for Families of Alcoholics

Twelve-Step Programs for Families of Alcoholics

Twelve-Step Programs for Families of Alcoholics There are twelve-step programs that are available and cater directly to those families with loved ones who are recovering alcoholics. Most 12-step recovery programs, like AA, NA, and CA, focus on the person that is dealing with addiction and recovery, which makes sense that they would need the help. […]