Addiction is a complex issue that affects not just the individual, but their surroundings as well. It's a struggle that can feel all-consuming, threatening to derail one's personal and professional life. For those battling with addiction, taking that first step...
The journey to sobriety is a deeply personal and transformative one. Embracing a sober lifestyle requires not just a single decision, but a series of ongoing commitments. For many individuals, the first step in this life-changing journey is seeking assistance from...
When it comes to alcohol addiction, detoxing from the substance can be a very difficult process. This is why many people choose to undergo detox at a rehab center. However, there are some people who choose to detox from alcohol at home. Is this a safe option?...
Individuals should detox from prescription medications if misuse of the prescription is occurring. Prescription misuse for drugs, like Xanax, occurs when an individual does not follow dosing recommendations, when they take the drug to get high, or when someone is...
The detox process can be intense and challenging as the post-detox period when you have to deal with cravings and old life patterns. During this critical time, you must maintain your discipline, here are a few options available: Intensive Outpatient Treatment ...
If you are going through a rehab and detox program, then you might be wondering about what type of freedom you will have. Will you be able to see your family during this process as you work to get sober and remain clean? Losing connection with your family is...
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?...
An addiction is something that can be difficult to live with and when it comes to opiate addictions, they can often be the most challenging ones to overcome. Any addiction though can take a toll on its body and heroin or Oxycodone are just two that can be damaging....
Deciding to change your life and get sober is an important and difficult decision to make. It is also a brave one; you have to give up a life you are familiar with for a relatively unknown one. However, the rewards at the end of the journey are worth it when you...
Addiction is far more common than people realize and in the US in 2017, 37% of adults struggled with some form of addiction. Trying to beat an addiction is incredibly difficult without support and expert treatment, which is why rehab facilities are so vital in the...
