For the majority of people in treatment for a substance use disorder, therapy is one of the most valuable tools on the road to recovery.…
America has the highest prison rate in the world, with a reported 2.2 million individuals incarcerated in the U.S. in 2016. It is estimated that…
Addiction and mental illness share a close and troubling relationship. Co-occurring mental health disorders are extremely common in people struggling with addiction, and substance abuse…
It is estimated that more than half of people who receive treatment from addiction will eventually relapse. While a relapse in the midst of recovery…
As you’re getting your body prepared to be in the best shape possible, you’ll have to do things that you’ve never done before to boost…
As the body heals from the damage caused by substance abuse, it’s not uncommon for people in recovery to experience a number of aches and…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) occurs when someone has witnessed a traumatic event – and the symptoms can really hold someone back in several areas of…
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is one of the most commonly known self-help groups out there – with meetings that occur every week, people from all walks…
Living with an active addiction is a lot like living in an alternate reality. Substance abuse can create profound mental changes that affect how you perceive…