Addiction and the idea of recovery have historically been tied to criminality and immorality. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), stigma about substance use disorder (SUD) stems from flawed beliefs that addiction is a character flaw or a moral failing. As a result, generations of people have been stigmatized with harmful labelsRead More
If you’ve experienced substance use disorder (SUD), you’ve probably developed many unhealthy habits. Once you start recovery, however, it’s more important than ever to create healthy alternatives. In fact, replacing bad habits is one of the most powerful things you can do for recovery success. Healthy Alternatives: New Habits, New Routines When you’re struggling withRead More
Even deep into recovery, getting caught up in negative thought processes is easy. You may find that these thoughts come out of nowhere. For instance, you may see a photo and suddenly think about your past, glamorizing the fun parts you remember. You may feel lonely, left out, or regretful that you can’t “party” anymore.Read More
Recovery success will be greater when you focus on healing the mind, body, and soul together. A comprehensive plan that addresses all three elements will help you move forward in your journey in a powerful way. Comprehensive Plans for Recovery Success When many people think of addiction treatment and recovery, traditional methods like talk therapyRead More
As you reflect, you may realize that many people have guided you along your path. Perhaps you remember when you first entered treatment and struggled to breathe a breath of sobriety. You may remember a person who made a difference during that time. Maybe you have one person for whom you feel grateful now thatRead More
According to “Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder” from the World Health Organization (WHO), around 70% of people will experience a traumatic event, and approximately 3.9% will experience PTSD in their lifetime. Further, the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) notes, that 6 of every 100 people of Americans will experience PTSD. Yet, what is trauma, what doesRead More