Benzodiazepines—commonly called benzos—are prescription sedatives to treat anxiety, seizures, and panic attacks. Valium and Xanax are two of the most notable brand-name versions of the…
Offering continued support between a full-time treatment experience and independent living is critical to a successful recovery from addiction. At an accredited addiction treatment facility…
Taking risks is not abnormal for young people. But it can lead to drug use, and by extension, an addiction for those who abuse drugs.…
Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, is a term used to describe the presence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use…
Heroin addiction is a complex and devastating problem affecting millions worldwide. It destroys not only the lives of those who use it and their families…
There are going to be times in your recovery that you want to go back to using substances. It isn’t always going to be an…
We all have various thoughts and opinions on different topics. No one is ever going to be on the same page about every single thing.…
Our society tries very hard to uphold the idea that substances will bring people happiness. From advertisements on television to social experiences tied to drinking…
Mindfulness is an important tool to have in your back pocket when you are going through recovery from substance abuse or mental illness. Many people,…
Everyone has different healthy eating patterns, and many people don’t have very healthy habits when it comes to eating. They may view food directly with…