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The Importance of an Addiction Recovery Community

Positive social interaction is instrumental in maintaining abstinence from alcohol and drugs. In isolation, individuals are more susceptible to relapse, may experience worsened symptoms of depression, and are much more likely to quit rehab early. While there are many challenges associated with rebuilding your social life during and after treatment at a rehab center, it’s well worth the effort to do so.

August 29, 2017 No Comments

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Why Gender-Specific Treatment Works

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, women are just as likely as men to become addicted (and vice versa) but that doesn’t mean they experience addiction in the same way. Men and women use drugs differently, have unique responses to them and face different obstacles while in treatment.

August 2, 2017 No Comments

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Are You Enabling a Loved One’s Addiction?

When a loved one is struggling with addiction, everyone in the family suffers as well. There’s no escaping the effects of addiction, yet too many family members engage in behavior that allows the addict to avoid facing the consequences for his or her actions.

July 24, 2017 No Comments

Treatment

How to Get a Loved One Into Rehab

If your loved one is suffering from addiction, you’re likely wondering how to get someone into rehab.

July 24, 2017 No Comments

Addiction

What Is Trauma-Informed Care For Addiction?

Did you know nearly two-thirds of all individuals receiving treatment for drug abuse report being physically, sexually or emotionally abused as a child? While this statistic can’t be attributed as a singular cause for drug abuse, research shows that traumatic childhood experiences such as abuse, neglect, crime, or accidents can lead to addictive behaviors later in life.

July 24, 2017 No Comments

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5 Key Components of a Relapse Prevention Plan

A relapse can’t be contained to one single event. It is an ongoing process that is experienced by a person in recovery and marked by significant red flags or warning signs. These warning signs can cause a person to return to their drug or alcohol abuse. A relapse prevention plan is a great tool that can be used to recognize and manage the warning signs of relapse and sustain a healthy, sober lifestyle.

July 11, 2017 No Comments