Avoiding Isolation in Early Recovery

One of the biggest concerns among people entering recovery for drugs or alcohol is that rehab will lead to loneliness and isolation. Read more

Alternative Addiction Treatments You May Not Know About

Conventional drug treatment approaches work well for many people. The 12-Step model, drug rehab programs, medication and talk therapy have helped millions to overcome their addictions to drugs or alcohol.

But different people have different needs, and alternative approaches are sometimes needed to get people invested in their recovery. Here are just a few of the newer approaches to addiction treatment. Read more

The Anatomy of Relapse

You really thought you conquered your addiction this time, but then you relapsed again. Now you’re looking for someone or something to blame. But relapse is rarely linked to a single cause or event, but is instead a process that builds over time. Read more

Making the 12 Steps Work for You

You may not be the life of the party or the outgoing type, but when it comes to addiction recovery, developing a healthy social life is critical. Read more

The Benefits of Counseling for Addiction Treatment

Counseling is often referred to as talk therapy or behavioral therapy, and it is one of the most important components in the treatment of drug or alcohol addiction. Read more

Recovery Month: Celebrating Those on the Road to Recovery

For the past 20 years, September has been reserved for the observance of National Alcohol and Drug Addiction Recovery Month to educate the nation about the benefits of substance abuse treatment and celebrate people who are on the road to recovery.

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How Pets Help Treat Addiction

The positive influence of domestic animals on human recovery and continued emotional well-being is documented, and includes recovery from addiction. Many people develop strong emotional bonds with their pets, and for some, this relationship can provide the strength to heal and recover from substance abuse. Read more

Heroin Addiction and Recovery

Heroin addicts comprise a relatively small proportion of drug addicts in the United States; however, due to the extremely addictive nature of the drug and the destructive consequences of heroin use – not only for users but for communities as well – experts continue to be concerned about the use of heroin. Read more

The Process of Addiction: When Drugs and Alcohol Replace Relationships

Addiction is often viewed as an all-or-nothing issue – a physical ailment or spiritual illness that “just happens” as the result of a moral weakness, lack of willpower, or physical frailty. However, many experts believe that addiction is less of an “event” and more of a process. Read more