Accepting there is a problem and taking the step toward treatment is the beginning of the road to recovery. Not only can this be an extremely memorable moment, but it also can feel life changing. Committing to treatment and weathering the various emotions that inevitably...
Getting treated for substance use disorder (SUD) is often just the first step on your long journey to sustained wellness. After detox and rehabilitation comes the difficult transition back into everyday life. Outside of the treatment center, you'll be exposed to potential stressors such as...
Congratulations! Graduating from your inpatient treatment program is something to be proud of. You likely now have increased awareness and a repertoire of skills that you'll need for a successful recovery. What should your next steps be? One option could be transitioning into a sober...
Addiction can rob you of so many things, including the opportunities to grow and learn how to take care of yourself. Not unlike Peter Pan’s Lost Boys, you can be stuck without the skills you need to take care of yourself and establish more independence....
Once you have completed the initial hard work of recovery, being sober can be exhilarating. When leaving recovery, you may be tempted to jump back into the excitement of life and doing everything you wish immediately. This point of recovery is a great accomplishment, however...
Just as every skill you learn throughout the recovery process is important, it is essential to develop simple life skills. Understanding how to cope with your emotions, prevent relapse, and manage cravings are all commonly covered through addiction recovery; however, focusing on life skills is...
There is often so much focus on the first 30 days of treatment for addiction that not much thought is put into what happens afterward. You go from active addiction to residential treatment that is completely restrictive, but then what? Are you just expected to...
Building a recovery that is right for you means choosing the right materials and building the framework of continuing care that best suits your needs. Those needs may fluctuate and change as you begin the process and may also be dictated by what your insurance...
You may have heard the term "accountable" when listening to the news or reading about the government's responsibility to its citizens. Having accountability means you are willing to accept responsibility for your actions and the outcome that follows. Learning to hold yourself accountable can be challenging,...
Addiction is a challenging brain disease that often requires intensive treatment and long-term planning for a successful recovery. Individuals who've recently completed treatment must establish structure in their lives and continue to practice the skills they learned throughout therapy. Peers have a significant influence, so...