Drug Abuse and Addiction – Signs and Symptoms
Drug Abuse and Addiction One of the best things you can do to help a loved one suffering with addiction is to educate yourself. Learning the signs and symptoms of addiction allows
Tips for Choosing a Sponsor in Recovery
Choosing a Sponsor in Recovery In early recovery attending an intensive outpatient program or outpatient program is a common next step after completing detox. Many patients also ch
How to Identify Signs of Alcohol Abuse
Identifying Signs of Alcohol Abuse The National Institute of Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism states that in 2014, 87.6 percent of people ages 18 or older reported that they drank alco
Tips for Choosing a Sober Living Facility
What to Look for When Choosing a Sober Living Facility After taking the steps to detox off substances or attend treatment, the next step is to continue recovery in a sober living e
Tips for Breaking Enabling Behaviors in Addiction
What is enabling? Enabling is defined as giving someone or something the authority or means to do something. More specifically with addiction, enabling is seen as assisting an addi
Understanding Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Outpatient (OP) Drug & Alcohol Programs
What is an intensive outpatient (IOP) program or outpatient (OP) program? After completing a successful detox at an inpatient addiction program patients will often move to an inten
Identifying Addiction Early and Its Benefits
Identifying Addiction Early and Its Benefits When it comes to substance abuse, identifying addiction early has a number of benefits. A person doesn’t have to “hit rock
How to Choose the Right (IOP) Intensive Outpatient Treatment Center for You
How to Choose the Right (IOP) Intensive Outpatient Treatment Center for You You’ve decided to find an intensive outpatient program for yourself or your loved one, but how do
Signs of Substance Abuse and Addiction
Signs of Substance Abuse and Addiction Drug addiction or drug abuse can be a touchy topic to discuss. If you’re concerned for a loved one or friend that you worry may be sufferin
Vivitrol – Is It A Wonder Drug?
What is Vivitrol? In the ever-developing battle against chemical dependency, the scientific community has made leaps and bounds in creating medicated deterrents to help support las
