What To Do After a Relapse?
Relapse may feel like the end of the world. But the truth is, it’s just a natural part of the …
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What’s the Cost of Addiction Treatment?
So, what’s the cost of addiction treatment? That’s a complicated question. Addiction treatment costs vary depending on several factors. These …
Continue readingWho Will Take Care of My Family While I’m in Treatment for an Addiction?
Family is an important and potentially sustaining part of recovery, however, untreated addiction can also greatly affect—and potentially destroy—a family …
Continue reading15 Tips for Staying Sober After Rehab
Leaving rehab, it feels like you’ve been given a new lease on life. Gone are the dark days of addiction …
Continue readingAlcohol Can Shrink Your Brain—Even Within “Safe” Drinking Limits
Did you know your brain shrinks as you get older? It’s a rather disturbing thought, but it’s all part of …
Continue readingThis Troop of Monkeys Reveals a Possible Treatment for Alcoholism
Alcoholic monkeys? It’s true. But this troop of green vervet monkeys doesn’t choose the traditional banana for their afternoon snack. …
Continue readingThe Cycle of Addiction and How It Can Be Broken
Leah had her first beer on her 21st birthday. She tasted other alcoholic drinks to see what they were like. …
Continue readingWhat to Expect in Your First Month of Sobriety
The first month of sobriety is usually the most challenging. You’ve made a huge change. Your body and mind need …
Continue readingThe Dos and Don’ts of Creating a Daily Routine in Recovery
Early recovery is tough. Know what can make it easier? A daily routine. By simply creating a daily routine in …
Continue readingA Family in Denial About Addiction is a Family in Danger
Addiction is a cunning, ruthless disease. It’s one of the few illnesses that convinces you nothing is wrong. Being in …
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