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How Mindfulness Helps with Addiction Recovery

Much like any other treatment for mental health disorders, there’s no one-size-fits-all path for addiction recovery. The best thing you can do for your sobriety, as well as your mental health,

Meth Use is Surging in the US…and No One Is Paying Attention

Opiate addiction isn’t the only problemfacing AmericansBetween 2011 and 2017, deaths dueto methamphetamine overdose increased more than fourfold. Law enforcement officials in many cities haveidenti

Effects of Meth on the Brain and Body

The Impact of MethMethamphetamine (AKA Meth) is an extremely addictive stimulant drug, often categorized with other “uppers” like amphetamine or cocaine. Meth has a unique effect on the brain and

Inpatient Care vs. Therapeutic Communities: What's the Difference?

Recovery encompasses many elements. Aside from the physical withdrawals from substance use, there are many mental, emotional, and behavioral changes that accompany the transition to a sober lifestyle.

How to Tell if You're Addicted to Cannabis

More and more Americans are becoming accepting of cannabis, or marijuana, use. In fact, a recent <a target="_blank" href="https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2021/04/16/americans-overwhelmingly-say-

Getting Around God: How Non-Believers Stay Sober

The non-religious population has increased over the years, including those in recovery. According to <a href="http://www.pewforum.org/2012/10/09/nones-on-the-rise/" id="">Pew Research</a>, over 13 mil

Finding Support and Understanding When Struggling with Addiction

Addiction is often misunderstoodBeing in the midst of addictionis incredibly difficult—and though we all learn about substance use disordersin schools and from popular culture, it’s much different