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Alcohol Withdrawal Timeline, Symptoms, and Treatment
Alcohol, TreatmentAlcohol Withdrawal Timeline, Symptoms and Treatment
Alcohol is a widely-used substance, and may create both psychological and physical dependence. When dependence develops, an individual will experience withdrawal symptoms upon removing alcohol…

Percocet Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline, and Treatment
AddictionPercocet Withdrawal Symptoms, Timeline, and Treatment
Prescription painkillers have been an increasingly popular recreational drug in the past few decades. As opioid use has been on the rise, much attention goes to heroin and not to it's prescription…

What is a 12 Step Call?
AddictionWhat is a 12 Step Call?
A 12 step call is an important part of the recovery process for many. Generally, an individual or group sits or speaks with somebody suffering from addiction in order to help them find recovery. It has become less popular…

Different Types of Therapy
UncategorizedThere are many different types of therapy out there and it is important to know what exactly they all are. Many inpatient treatment centers are now offering more therapy options for people to chose from. Educating yourself about therapeutic…

8 Reasons to Get Support in Recovery: Don’t do it on Your Own
TreatmentMany of us in recovery can tell you from experience that trying to get sober on your own rarely works. In fact, many of us tried this before we finally turned to some kind of help. When I was first thinking about getting sober I tried only going…

Creating Positivity
AddictionTo paraphrase the law of attraction, the thoughts, energy and actions that you put into the universe will come back to you in some way shape or form. The power of our thoughts and actions are powerful enough to attract whatever goals or objectives…

Discomfort: The Price of Admission
AddictionDiscomfort is the price of admission into a state of spiritual growth and emotional stability in recovery. So often we look at pain or discomfort as a source of suffering and naturally are opposed to the sensation. Sensations that make us uncomfortable…

Holistic Wellness Programs for Treating Addiction and Mental Illness
Addiction, Mental Health, TreatmentPhilosophers often discuss the difference between “being” and “well-being.” In order to simply “be,” a person or thing must have certain qualities or attributes that define its core essence. These features describe the subject’s…

Substance Abuse and Mental Health: Understanding the Link
Dual DiagnosisWhen someone suffering from a mental illness is also diagnosed with a substance use disorder, the combination is known as co-occurring disorders or a dual diagnosis. Co-occurring disorders are very common, and understanding the link between…

