It may be a truism to say that all children need a safe, nurturing and stable home to grow up in. Unfortunately, though, these conditions are not always met. Even… Read More
How a Positive Mindset Can Make a Difference in Addiction Recovery
Updated on 06/04/24 You have decided to stop drinking or using drugs, and you are ready for a new life. This huge decision will change every aspect of your life…. Read More
Recovery from Opioid Use during Pregnancy
For many women, finding out they are pregnant is a time of great joy and sometimes mixed with feelings of anxiety about the upcoming nine months, labor and delivery, being… Read More
Family Dynamics & Addiction: Are We Helping?
When it comes to the treatment of a substance use disorder (SUD), the family unit is increasingly being considered as a critical component of recovery. Depending on its structure and… Read More
Dismantling the Stigma Around Substance Use & Mental Health Disorders
Updated on 2/3/2023 There are more effective treatment options for substance use disorders (SUD) and mental health disorders than ever before. However, every year thousands of people die from untreated… Read More
The Connection Between Insomnia and Addiction
If you’ve ever experienced a sleepless night, the memory of the next morning is probably one that you’d prefer not to relive. These dreadful mornings and exhausting workdays are all… Read More
Hallucinogens Are Not Fun and Games
As far back as biblical times and maybe even beyond, various cultures have engaged in the use of hallucinogens. They are among the oldest group of drugs used by human… Read More
Why Do I Drink?
“I need a drink after the day I had! Let’s get together for happy hour after work. This mom needs wine.” How many times have you heard or even said… Read More
Could You Be Drinking Too Much, Too Often?
Drinking alcohol has been part of many cultures around the world and dates back thousands of years, maybe even as far back as 13,000 years ago. Although alcohol remains socially… Read More
What Happens When the Body Detoxes from Drugs & Alcohol?
You have probably heard of the practice of “detox” and the many reasons people do it. Maybe you’ve even tried it out yourself. Although it may seem to be one… Read More
