Let’s take a page from nature and our surroundings. Think about trees, rivers and streams, the home in which you live, and the chair you sit on. The grand...
Eating healthy was probably not a top priority during addiction. Likely, many meals were skipped. Perhaps fast food or junk food replaced healthy meals. Experts agree that nutrition can...
The blissful peace of slumberland provides the necessary rest and recovery the mind and body needs. But, how many of us actually get the required amount of rest to...
In the first few days or weeks of not using drugs or alcohol, individuals will likely experience acute withdrawal symptoms. After the initial phase of withdrawal, the lingering effects...
During the detoxification period, your body will experience uncomfortable changes. A medical detox is under the care of a licensed physician who will prescribe appropriate medications to help you...
A process addiction is an addiction to a behavior, process, or action that produces a feeling of euphoria like gambling, pornography, Common Behavioral Addictions Sexual Addiction It is estimated...
Treatment for drugs and alcohol and research on the subject has made leaps and bounds from the beginning. A History of Addiction The earliest American essay on alcoholism was...
Images of brave, noble men and women come to mind when thinking about the word “hero.” Perhaps you think of a military war hero, a first responder, or a...
A relapse prevention plan is essentially what it sounds like. A guide that helps prevent someone from relapsing. The initial stages of treatment focus on withdrawal, stabilization, and then...