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After a diagnosis of alcohol use disorder (AUD), substance use disorder (SUD), or dual diagnosis, recovery means rebuilding a life where stress, triggers, and painful emotions don’t automatically lead back to substance use or negative behaviors. Healthy coping mechanisms play a crucial role in helping you restructure with a sense of purpose. Here are some...Read More

Recovery—whether from alcohol use disorder (AUD), substance use disorder (SUD), or a mental health condition—isn’t defined by a single moment of transformation. It’s built through small, consistent actions repeated over time. One of the most powerful ways to maintain wellness is by establishing a daily recovery practice—a personalized set of routines and rituals that help...Read More

Stress is an unavoidable part of life—but when you’re recovering from substance use or managing a mental health condition, sometimes it’s more overwhelming. The good news? Stress doesn’t have to control you. With a few thoughtful shifts in habits, mindset, and environment, you can regain some peace of mind. Below are unique, manageable ways to...Read More

A vital part of an addiction rehabilitation program—and even some dual diagnosis treatment approaches—is working through a 12-Step program such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA). These and other peer support programs are essential to many aspects of establishing a life of purposeful recovery.  As this study points out, this camaraderie and support...Read More

Are you looking for a drug and alcohol treatment center for yourself or a loved one? When you reach out to a recovery center, be prepared to provide the intake worker with some information. The answers you provide will help you and the treatment center staff determine whether a particular facility is the best option....Read More

Completing a professional treatment program for substance use disorder (SUD) or alcohol use disorder (AUD) is a major achievement—but staying sober requires continuous effort, self-awareness, and the right tools. One of the most important parts of the recovery process is to use sustainable relapse prevention methods. Here are some of our favorites. 1. Know Your...Read More

Recovery is rarely a solitary process. After treatment, many people find essential support and structure they need through 12-Step programs such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA). One of the most impactful aspects of these programs is the sponsor-sponsee relationship. A sponsor is a person with at least one year of continuous sobriety...Read More

Addiction is a brain disease, and one of its most devastating side effects is when a person travels a path marked by behaviors that conflict sharply with their true values and character. When substances take control, people may hurt those closest to them—through lies, broken promises, neglect, or even betrayal. The process of treatment and...Read More

When you’re trying to manage your health successfully, knowing “life hacks” such as how to set meaningful goals or using habit stacking to improve your recovery routine really makes a difference. While the concept of H.A.L.T might have been introduced to you during treatment, it’s always helpful to have a refresher on this technique so...Read More

In California, marijuana derived from the Cannabis sativa plant is legal for both medical and recreational use. Another cannabis product, hemp, is widely used to manufacture non-psychotropic cannabidiol (CBD) products such as capsules, creams, edibles, oils, and tinctures. Generally, they shouldn’t be produced with the same marijuana compound that creates a “high.” However, despite the...Read More