If you or someone you care about has been struggling with substance abuse, professional treatment can help you break free from the destructive cycle of addiction. The first step of professional addiction treatment programs is usually detoxification when addictive substances are cleansed from a person’s body. During the detox process at an addiction treatment facility,…
The new year can bring a range of feelings. New Year’s is just another day and often marks an accomplishment for many in recovery. For many people looking to the year ahead, New Year’s Day is the best time to set goals for long-lasting health and sobriety. Relapse prevention therapy can help clients set reasonable…
Patients who complete addiction recovery programs will relapse within their first year of recovery at a rate of up to 60 percent. This number may seem shocking, but relapse is a common experience for those battling addiction. Relapses happen when an individual falls back into actively engaging with their addiction. Although relapses aren’t indicative of…
When you are in quarantine, you are obviously spending a lot of time on your own. Day-to-day life becomes a routine, and that may create boredom. However, if you are in recovery from addiction, staying sober in quarantine may present a challenge. It can be almost too easy to relapse when you are stuck at…