Get Help Today 1-855-815-9727 Importance of Finding a Provider Who Understands From substance abuse to intimate partner violence to peer bullying to loneliness, LGBTQ people experience mental health challenges that many times require professional assistance and support. But for many LGBTQ+ individuals, finding a doctor or provider who understands them is a challenge. Many fear…
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Get Help Today 1-855-815-9727 MY ASIAN UPBRINGING AND HOW IT HELPED SET THE STAGE FOR MY ADDICTION My name is Fendy, and I am crystal meth addict. I grew up in a small town in West Java, Indonesia. My three siblings and I were all raised by a single mom. From the time that I…
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Get Help Today 1-855-815-9727 The recovery stage is the last stage in the treatment process. However, it is the stage that will continuously need to be addressed important recovery questions throughout a recovering addict’s lifetime. Recovery happens after a drug or alcohol addict successfully completes their primary treatment and detox programs. Typically, the recovering individual…
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Substance abuse issues have plagued America since the country’s early days. One of the signers of our original Declaration of Independence, Dr. Benjamin Rush, sought to prevent alcohol addiction from plaguing our nation. American morphine addiction – the first prescribed opiate derivative – was uncovered during the late 1800s, and Prohibition sought, again, to stem…
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Believe it or not, spring is on its way. You know, the time of year when the weather starts to warm up, trees and flowers begin to bloom, and the world around you looks refreshed and anew. Spring is often seen as an awakening or a fresh start. Maybe it is because of all that…
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Withdrawal happens when you decide to cut back or stop taking a drug that you have been using consistently enough to form a habit or addiction. You do not have to be using the mind-altering drugs to feel withdrawal effects. Sugar, caffeine, and nicotine are all drugs that can cause negative withdrawal symptoms. Anything that…
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Contrary to popular belief, getting sober is not a one-size-fits-all sort of deal. Think about it – you’ve got people from different backgrounds, different habits, different socioeconomic status, different personality, etc. Drug addiction does not only affect one type of person, but it can also latch on and affect anyone. So, what does all that…
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An estimated 88,000 people die from alcohol-related causes every year, making alcohol the third leading preventable cause of death in the United States. Studies have identified five types of alcoholics as a way to help people develop a better understanding of the disease. In this article, we’re taking a closer look at the five types…
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If you suspect your significant other may have an addiction, it’s important that you understand the common signs of substance abuse and how addiction can negatively impact your relationship. Taking the time to learn more about this will ensure you’re prepared to intervene if necessary and protect your significant other, yourself, and your relationship. Here’s…
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There are so many things in life that we can do without thinking. Unfortunately, we may find that the outcome was not what we wanted. Sober living skills will create a great outline for you to follow on your road to recovery. For example, you can use your last $10.00 for gas in your car…
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