Many of the problems around addiction are highlighted or even made worse by other related factors in the addict’s life. Our society tends to unfortunately make a lot of things worse by further causing these things to be catalysts for one another, and it can mean...
Did you know that one of the highest rates of addiction in the workforce occurs in the healthcare system? Doctors and nurses do extremely hard work, and they are under a lot of pressure: the lives of other people are literally in their hands every single day....
Addiction is one of the biggests destructors for residents of the U.S. Drugs, alcohol, food, gambling, sex - there are many things that a person could be addicted to, but drugs and alcohol are the two biggest issues that can destroy someone's life. At Robert...
Substance abuse is a serious problem in Maine. There have been increased cases of overdose deaths in the state mainly fueled by the opioid crisis with Fentanyl and prescription painkillers being the major culprits. The rates of heroin and alcohol addiction are also...
If you are looking at a residential treatment program at the Robert Alexander Center for Recovery, then you might be wondering about the facilities - cleanliness, what you might expect, how you will be living during your stay with us. All these questions are...
The Difference Between Being a Boss vs. Being A Leader Many people have complained to their friends and family about a terrible boss, where the boss in question is often a day-to-day burden for the entire workplace. Perhaps the boss is quick to yell at his or her...
We all need technology to function, well most of us anyway. As it’s regarded as an invention that makes life easier, it also makes tasks more efficient and communication a lot easier to do. But can technology be a hindrance for those in rehabilitation centers?...
Alcohol addiction not only affects the addict but, also their families. Alcoholism causes individuals to push away their families and loved ones, making them feel even more isolated and lonely. Additionally, those struggling with alcoholism often neglect their...
Addiction is a complex disease and it's challenging for people who do not experience it to understand. If your loved one is in the throes of an addiction, you see the fallout of the issue rather than the compulsion behind it. People neglect to get the help that...
Health experts estimate that thousands of people are struggling with alcohol or drug addiction across the country and North Carolinians are no exception. Left unchecked, addiction can ruin not only your health but also your career as well as the lives of your loved...
