Four Ways You Can Use Relapse As a Learning Experience
Relapse is a process that centers around our resilience on how we deal with the circumstances in which we are placed. It tests us on how we handle the obstacles that are thrown at us and how do we overcome them and bring ourselves back together to take on life. Relapse is nothing but just […]
Five Things to Improve Your Self-Esteem
What do you see when you look at yourself in the mirror? Do you praise that person in the mirror, appreciate him or criticize him? Do you associate positive or negative thoughts with that person? These are some fundamental questions that should be answered to understand your relationship with yourself. It is baffling to see […]
Nature Is Good for the Mind Body and Soul
Do you ever find yourself stuck in a rut, trying to come up with a solution to a problem that seems just out of reach or trying to break out of a bad mood that doesn’t seem to go away? Are you stressed and anxious in your day-to-day life? If so, you should consider taking […]
Finding Strength Through a Higher Power in Recovery
1 in 7 people in the United States has or will battle with, a substance addiction. Recovery isn’t easy. In fact, some days, it can feel downright impossible. Those who created 12-step programs and many rehab institutions are aware of this, and they know just how challenging it can be. And that’s why the second […]
Practice Self Care During the Holidays
If you start to feel tenser around November, you’re not alone. The holidays are stressful for a variety of reasons. Yes, it’s Christmas, but it’s also the end of the year. Experts say that makes people more likely to evaluate their lives. If they’re not happy with where they are, it’s tempting to write the […]
Acupuncture for Addiction: How It Can Help You Recover
Acupuncture has played a medicinal role for thousands of years. It originated in Chinese medicine and is still used to cure diseases, relieve pain, and improve overall health. But it wasn’t until the late 20th century that acupuncture made its way to many other areas of the world. Addiction has been around just as long […]
How Do Support Groups Help Addiction Recovery?
Human beings are social creatures; we all need a sense of community to attain optimal brain functioning. It’s been proven. When it comes to addiction recovery, this notion proves even truer. Nonprofit support groups for those abstaining from all types of mind-altering substances are great tools addicts and alcoholics can call upon for changing their […]
An Understanding of Opioids and Pregnancy
A recent study published in Anesthesiology, the official journal of the American Society of Anesthesiologists, examined opioid prescription rates among pregnant women and surveyed what research still needs to be done on opioids and pregnancy. Gathering Data on Pregnancy-based Opioid Abuse Rates The study was authored by Brian Bateman, M.D., M.Sc., assistant professor at Harvard […]
Tips to Find the Right Detox Facility
Not all detox facilities are created equal, and you need the best support you can get when going through this process. When selecting a detox facility to help you get clean, choose one that is medically certified, so you can have the best care available. There are other aspects to consider as well, so you […]
What Really Happens During Detox
Most people who have developed an addiction to drugs or alcohol will find that it is necessary to undergo detoxification before they begin an addiction recovery treatment program. Detoxing is the process of ridding the body of the presence of drugs and/or alcohol and getting them physically stable. During detox, the participant does not consume […]