Recovery Blog
Why Quitting Cold Turkey is so Dangerous
Quitting an illicit substance is one of the most challenging battles that a person can face, especially when it comes to opiates, such as heroin. The addictive properties of most opioids are...
Getting a Loved One into Recovery
There are few things that are more difficult than watching a loved one become entangled in the throes of addiction. The destructive cycle that substance abuse perpetuates can ruin a person’s life,...
Tips for Traveling after Recovery
The world can look a whole lot bigger and brighter when you get sober. When this happens, it is a natural inclination to want to see the wide world, now that you have a renewed appreciation for it....
How to Recognize a Functional Alcoholic
When it comes to substance abuse, alcoholism is one of the most prevalent forms of it in existence. Today, nearly 1 out of every 10 adults in the United States suffers from alcohol dependence,...
Understand the Risks of an Overdose
Today we’re continuing our talk about overdoses. Although it’s a scary subject, it’s an important thing for anyone who struggles with addiction to know about. It’s also important for their loved...
Recognizing the Signs of an Overdose
Drugs and other illicit substances can have a lot of scary effects, especially when someone is addicted. However, perhaps the most scary thing that can happen is an overdose. Why Do Overdoses...
Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 2
PART 2 This post is a continuation of a previous article that discussed a recent study on the success rate of quitting tobacco, immediately, versus an approach that gradually takes the subject off...
Suffering from Pornography Addiction? There is Help
When people think about overcoming addiction, most associate the process with substance abuse and trying to overcome drug or alcohol addiction. While these can be serious issues, they are certainly...
Cold Turkey and Tobacco Addiction Part 1
PART 1 Tobacco use is a prevalent problem in our society. It is the leading preventable cause of death in the United States and contributes to over 480,000 deaths every year, meaning that 1 in every...
Rebuild Trust
Unfortunately, after the lies and betrayal of addiction, it is very difficult for someone to trust you again. However, it is possible. It will take a lot of work and a lot of dedication, but after...
Finances after Addiction
Addiction recovery allows you to rebuild your life, and part of that rebuild, is rebuilding your finances. You will need to learn to manage your finances as you may be deep in the hole after years...
Parenting and Addiction: Beating the Blame Game
Recently, a prominent billboard lining Utah highways was taken down in response to a petition. This billboard stated “Addiction can be prevented; Parenting is prevention.” While the sentiment was...