There are many relapse warning signs to keep an eye out for when dealing with an alcoholic or drug addict. One of the first relapse warning signs is usually a change in attitude about recovery. A person who once enthusiastically attacked their recovery each day may become uninvolved regarding their twelve-step program. As they take...Read More
To detox or not to detox… That shouldn’t be the question. Millions of people are suffering from alcohol abuse and if you yourself have ever asked the question “Do I need alcohol detox”, you may want to continue reading. Those that suffer from alcohol dependence may experience withdrawal symptoms if they completely stop drinking and...Read More
People in and out of the recovery community often wonder what the factors that contribute to alcoholism are. The factors that contribute to alcoholism have long been discussed within twelve-step meeting halls. Due to the damage that alcoholism does to the lives of those who have the disease and the people who love them, the...Read More
Anyone who is related to an addict has asked what the best way of going about supporting a family member in their addiction is. Addiction is often called a family disease. This is due to the fact that an addict’s use affects everyone in their life. A person in active addiction must tell themselves many...Read More
Is living with an alcoholic easy? I’d have to ask myself that question, because I am that alcoholic. I can tell you that when I was active in my disease, living with an alcoholic (me) was unpredictable and a little chaotic. It didn’t bother me though, but it bothered everyone around me. That’s why it’s...Read More
Early sobriety is a time of new beginnings and fresh starts. It is a time that seems to create and maintain its own momentum. Further down the road, though, people often find that their motivations carry less power and pack less punch, which can make it difficult to stay motivated in long-term sobriety. For most...Read More
Watching a loved one spiral down with an addiction is heartbreaking. The truth is, until we learn that spirituality and addiction recovery go hand-in-hand, the struggle will likely not get better. No amount of begging, pleading, screaming or crying can or will get them sober. Those of us who live, love, lived or have loved...Read More
There is considerable misunderstanding surrounding the disease of addiction. These misconceptions have lead to stigmas, which can make recovery even more difficult for individuals who are seeking to resolve their addictions. What is a stigma?Read More
The co-relation between first responders and addiction is pervasive and all too common today. Moreover, first responders and substance abuse is taboo compared to society at large, and particularly within first responder culture itself. Because police, EMTs, and firefighters, etc… are trusted with our very safety and lives, the pressure to keep up a positive...Read More
Life after treatment can seem daunting to those first entering the world of recovery. Healthcare providers and counselors can provide all the tools for successful, long-term recovery, but it is ultimately up to the client to continue the new lifestyle. Fear can be a powerful and overwhelming emotion, but treatment helps you learn how to...Read More
