Fall is often a favorite holiday, with so many festivities going on. For those of us in addiction recovery, however, this season may bring up…
Technology opens so many doors for healing, education, and connection to others. When we’re able to track our progress in real-time and notice fluctuations or…
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…
It is common for people in recovery from substance use disorders to experience dreams of using drugs or alcohol. These dreams can feel more like…
Addiction is a complex concept. It can refer to a physical need for something that leads to uncomfortable and painful symptoms when those needs aren’t…
One of the most common challenges faced on the road to mental wellness is an overwhelming feeling of unworthiness. Many people who have suffered from…
Developing an addiction to drugs or alcohol can damage every aspect of your life, including your finances. Whether you struggled financially before your addiction or…
Early sobriety comes with its fair share of challenges—some are expected, others, not so much. One circumstance you might not anticipate until it happens is…
Part of deciding to seek help for addiction is deciding how public you wish to be about your recovery journey. There are many reasons you…
Everyone who enters a treatment program for addiction lives with the fear of relapse. Relapse can occur when an individual in recovery returns to drug…