One of the central aspects of drug addiction is the drug addict’s denial of the seriousness of their situation. Many addicts mistakenly believe that they…
Physical wellness is essential for everyone, but perhaps especially for those receiving treatment for addiction. While the body is healing from damage caused by substance…
Drinking during the big game, at a wedding, or even just on a Friday night after a long week are all common occurrences. Unfortunately, many…
Addiction can cause a variety of problems directly stemming from the damaging effects of the substance a person uses. However, some effects on the body…
Most people have dreams. And sometimes, these dreams can be strange. But what does it mean if you dream about using drugs? These dreams could…
Xanax, a commonly prescribed anxiety medication, can result in serious side effects that may become permanent. Doctors often prescribe the drug as a sedative for…
The entire purpose of substance abuse treatment is to achieve sobriety. The biggest threat to maintaining sobriety is relapse. Treatment providers implement many strategies to…
Addiction recovery doesn’t end when formal treatment concludes. It is best to think of recovery as a lifelong process. One of the fundamental pieces of…
Successful recovery requires support. Trying to go it alone on the path to recovery is unlikely to yield positive results. Fortunately, many addiction treatment centers…
It may sound obvious that nutrition matters for a person’s overall health and well-being. Most people get yearly reminders from their doctors to eat a…