Recovery

Should You Go to Treatment After Detoxification?

Going to a detoxification or detox program is often necessary when a person is recovering from a severe addiction. These programs can help people to cope with drug and alcohol withdrawal symptoms so t

Reframing the Way We Talk About Addiction

Language is more important than we give it credit- the way we frame a conversation and paint a mental picture is immenselyinfluential on how that information is received. The words we use regarding dr

Parent's Guide - Is it Selfish of Parents to Take Care of Themselves?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The simple answer is no, parents taking good care of themselves is the only way they will be able to help a loved one that is suffering from addiction. So, this is t

Parent's Guide - Seeking Professional Help

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Parents have to help their loved ones for their own peace of mind and for their own need to care for and love their child. Once a child has become addicted telling t

Parent's Guide - Don’t Enable an Addicted Child, Support Them

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It is frightening to discover a family member has an addiction. There are so many issues to worry about. A parent dreads to think their loved one may get a police re

Overcoming Codependency to Improve Relationships in Sobriety

Codependency is an unhealthy style of relating to others, and it's commonly seen in people who struggle with mental illness or addiction. For dual diagnosis clients in treatment, understanding the cod

Navigating Triggers and Cravings in Sober Living: Strategies for Success

Staying clean after treatment is possible when you establish proactive strategies. However, you may still experience cravings after recovery, and people or places may trigger strong emotional response