The detox process is often the first step in a person’s journey to recovery from drug or alcohol addiction. However, detoxing from substances can cause many side effects, many of which are uncomfortable and some of which are dangerous. Understanding the potential side effects of a detox can help determine whether a medical detox program […]
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Our Journey Through Addiction
Honestly, I don’t know where to start… There were so many starting points. Our experience of addiction to recovery spans several years. I can’t say exactly when my son’s substance use disorder started. Sadly to say, I was not aware or mentally equipped to see it. I do though, clearly remember when my son’s addiction […]
What to Bring to an Inpatient Rehab
Over 1.3 million Americans enter a rehab facility each year to fight an addiction. If you’re among them, you deserve congratulations for taking this important and brave first step towards sobriety!You may also be wondering exactly what you should bring with you for your stay in rehab. While this varies by treatment center, we’ve pulled […]
Can Genetics Cause Addiction?
If you have a family member with addiction, especially a person close to you like a parent, you may be fearful of developing an addiction. The truth is, addiction is a complex, multifaceted disorder, the exact circumstances of which vary from person to person. To better grasp this, it is imperative that we seek to […]
What are the Different Types of Recovery?
Have you ever thought to yourself, “What is recovery?” Is it simply abstaining from drugs and alcohol, or is it something more? Many people would argue the latter. One study found most people who self-identify as being “in recovery” define it as a continuous process that never ends. Instead of pinpointing it as a single […]
Importance of Recreational Therapy in Recovery
Table of Contents Importance of Recreational Therapy in RecoveryTypes of Recreational TherapyHow Does Recreational Therapy Work?Importance of FitnessImportance of Outdoor RecreationWhere Your Loved One Can Seek Addiction Treatment Importance of Recreational Therapy in RecoveryBoredom. It is one of the biggest challenges people face in early recovery. If someone leaves the structure of treatment and returns […]
