In an ideal world, every person with addiction will arrive in rehab cognizant of the disorder and ready to get well. In reality, that is not how addiction (or people) work. It is a long process oftentimes to get a person with addiction to admit the need for help. Learn some ways to handle a Read More…
Cocaine is a stimulant that is available on the street as a drug which produces euphoria and is highly addictive. Learn how cocaine affects the body and brain and the dangers and side effects of using the drug. How Cocaine Works in the Body When cocaine is inhaled, snorted or injected it enters the bloodstream Read More…
Living with a loved one who has addiction can bring unique challenges. Nobody can make the decision to get clean and sober but the individual with addiction. Even after multiple attempts have failed from staging interventions to supporting the person through the ups and downs, it seems like not enough. When it feels like options Read More…
Addiction rehabilitation is a service which provides treatment and recovery to a person who abuses or has become addicted to alcohol. Rehabilitation programs may be inpatient or outpatient and include treatment services which provide personalized service to individuals. Detox, psychological treatment and counseling are included along with aftercare services. Learn more about alcohol rehab and Read More…
Dating is one way people desire closeness with another person. Looking for a new relationship is not always a wise decision in recovery. Learn how to discern whether it is possible for a person’s unique situation to experience healthy dating in recovery. Dating in Recovery Experts almost universally agree major changes or shifts in life Read More…
Opiates are strong narcotic drugs which are used as prescription painkillers. Misuse can lead to dependence and addiction due to the euphoric state it produces in individuals who take opiates. Physical and behavioral signs are evident in individuals with addiction. Find out more on how opiate addiction works and how to help a loved one Read More…
Every marriage takes work, commitment and sacrifice. When a marriage becomes one sided, it may be time to consider whether it has become a codependent relationship where the other person’s needs are put ahead of the others. Learn some of the signs of a codependent marriage and what to do about the situation. Codependency in Read More…
Alcohol addiction interventions are challenging because every person will react differently when faced with the nature of addiction. The main goals of alcohol intervention are to help stop drinking and seek treatment for addiction. The outcome can go one of two ways. Either the person will enter treatment or refuse. Learn how to prepare a Read More…
Addiction is a disorder which can ravage a person’s life and lead to destruction of personal relationships, finances and livelihoods. Oftentimes, addiction also leads to legal challenges due to stealing, lying, cheating or using illegal substances. Learn more about the consequences of addiction and how it can lead to imprisonment. Drug Addiction Consequences When a Read More…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating mental disorder which brings on symptoms such as intense anxiety, flashbacks and can interfere with activities of daily living. Many individuals turn to drugs or alcohol to cope with symptoms and as a way to numb painful experiences. Find out how PTSD affects an individual and why substance Read More…
