While it’s widely recognized that those in the “C-suite” are ambitious and strong-minded, it’s also no surprise when they suffer from depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. Mental illness and chemical dependency are often thought to be triggered by intense, work-related …
As scientists unravel the makeup of our DNA, more and more diseases are found to have a genetic component. This finding could eventually help practitioners determine why one person succumbs to disease and another does not. The same thing is …
While most people vacuum and clear out the cobwebs during spring cleaning, men and women recovering from substance abuse can view this annual ritual through the lens of mind, body, and spirit. Routinely taking stock of your lifestyle, emotions, and …
Although opioid overdose deaths have been grabbing headlines and garnering attention in the 2016 presidential campaign, a recent online article in the American Journal of Public Health points out that the number of overdose deaths from benzodiazepines has also surged. …
Sobriety is a journey. It is daily choosing to be sober, healthy, and to move forward in a new way. As you have discovered, you must be intentional about strengthening your recovery and avoiding old patterns and habits that may …
Once you admit to yourself that you have a serious problem with drug or alcohol abuse, you may flirt with the idea of rehab for weeks, months, or even years before you finally take action. There are scores of excuses …
Most of us have played the children’s game, “I Spy,” either as children or to entertain little ones. The game has helped many families pass hours during long road trips, and the adult version of this game might be played …
Look out: The Baby Boom Generation has reached retirement age, and once again it is causing demographic upheaval. In the field of addiction treatment, boomers are accounting for a rising number of clients, and, as in years past, they are …
When rehab is over and you are heading home to your regular activities, you may find yourself having a few anxious moments. Yes, you have your recovery journal for reference; you know your relapse triggers, and you even have a …
Breaking free from addiction is never a simple process, and there is no one-size-fits-all addiction recovery solution. Your personality, substance abuse history, mental health, and social preferences are uniquely yours, and your drug or alcohol rehabilitation should be, too. That’s …