Addiction to drugs or alcohol will change the behavior of an individual in many ways. Some changes will be very obvious, while others will not be as noticeable. If you suspect a loved one of having a drug or alcohol addiction, there...
The Mardi Gras Carnival begins on Tuesday, February 9th and ends on “Fat Tuesday”, the day before Ash Wednesday – the first day of Lent. Celebrated with parades, floats, music, picnics, and people dressed in costumes and masks, Mardi Gras is a...
February is Marijuana Awareness Month, and the drug is still a controversial subject of much debate. Getting the facts about the drug is essential to making the right decisions regarding its use. Marijuana Awareness Month is focused on increasing awareness about cannabis...
Choosing the right rehab facility for addiction recovery is very important. Familiarizing yourself with what to expect while in rehab will help make the process go easier. You should also be made aware of what part you play in your recovery process....
Many individuals whose lives could be restored by drug treatment often refuse help or don’t seek it out. Those who don’t often battle the disease indefinitely, try to stop drug use on their own or eventually die from the accumulated effects of...
You have completed detox and withdrawal from your addiction. You attended the psychological therapy sessions both individually and within a group. You even tried a few alternative therapies and loved the experience. Life in the rehab facility had structure, and it was...
Journaling has been shown to be an effective tool in the recovery of drug and alcohol addiction. It serves as a form of therapy, and it is inexpensive to do. Keeping a journal is addiction recovery helps to reduce stress, improve mental health...
January represents a time of new beginnings for many people, including those recovering from addiction. This January is also Self-Help Group Awareness Month. For many people in addiction recovery and their loved ones, connecting with support groups that enhance self-awareness and self-esteem,...
Opioid painkiller medications are similar to heroin and both are derived form the poppy plant. They have similar chemical structures and both bind to the same opioid receptors in the brain. They both create a feeling of euphoria in the user and...
When addiction enters a marriage it creates all kinds of problems that can destroy the marriage if the proper help isn’t sought. When a spouse is struggling with addiction, the other spouse may feel helpless and powerless to help their loved one....
