Recovery is a tricky thing. There really isn’t any way to “complete” recovery. It’s a journey that never really ends. Unfortunately, relapses can happen. You…
Staying motivated to complete anything can be difficult once you get past the initial thrill of starting a new task. Once you’re in the thick…
Many people, usually those that are uninformed, say that addiction is a choice. Here at Arbor Behavioral Health, we know this to not be true.…
There are many misconceptions regarding substance use and mental health. Many of these misconceptions are harmful to those suffering from these diseases. If someone doesn’t…
Knowing the warning signs of addiction is important. If a loved one is struggling, you’ll be able to help them get the help they need.…
Finding a professional that you connect with can be a difficult task. It’s also an important one that you must give ample thought to. If…
We have previously discussed how addiction is not a choice, it is a disease. The more we talk about addiction as a disease, the less…
During these unprecedented times, as we deal with COVID-19 in our current environment, it can be difficult to know when it’s safe to reconnect again.…
Recovery from an addiction can be difficult because of all the stigma surrounding substance use disorders and mental illnesses. Much of this stigma comes from…
Self-care is a necessary tool to have when you are in recovery from substance use or a co-occurring mental illness. It’s one of the most…