5+ Helpful Tips for Staying Sober
The very first time I got drunk I was 9 years old. Yes, you’re reading it right. Nine. I was a very shy, very curious kid. I had been wondering about alcohol for a while, but when I asked my…
Drug Addiction: What You Need To Know
When your thoughts feel like someone else’s, you start to feel like you’re in prison and you’re trapped by these thoughts. One thing that you might indulge in is the use of alcohol and drugs. Unfortunately, excessive drug use can…
Do You Have An Addiction Problem?
According to National Institute on Drug Abuse, drug addiction is referred to a chronic condition that is characterized by uncontrollable use of drugs regardless of its harmful side effects to the body and the brain. Over time, the number of…
4 Ways Mindful Eating Will Enhance Your Addiction Recovery
“Better to eat a dry crust of bread with peace of mind than have a banquet in a house full of trouble.” - Proverbs 17:1 Don’t get me wrong reading the quote above - I’m not particularly religious, whatever my…
How to Rebuild Your Life After Addiction
Life is composed of lots of ups and downs. It's okay to stumble and take time to get back on your feet. However, it's not always that simple. When you hit a low point in your life because of substance…
5 Social Consequences of Drug Addiction
Have you ever imagined how life would be without a job, family, and friends? Although it sounds weird, millions of people go through this phase when they engage in notorious crimes and bizarre social activities. More than 50 million people…
How Alcohol Addiction Affects Your Body?
Alcohol is a poison that affects your body inside and out. Although moderate and occasional drinking is a low-risk activity but drinking heavily and regularly can have both lasting and immediate health effects. Slurred speech and loss of coordination are…
4 Things to Know about Traveling for Addiction Treatment
Once you have made the decision to get treatment for your addiction problem, the next step is choosing where to go. Convenience is often the first thing that those seeking help think about. Of course, getting treatment near your home…
Heroin Addiction and How to Treat It Carrying about Mental Health
There are many factors included in the heroin addiction problem. It influences both the user and society. Drug addictions generally lead to unsocial behavior, criminal activity, and a number of family and social issues. It is clear that the treatment…
Medication-Assisted Treatment: Is it for You?
Hearing about the opioid epidemic and living through it are two very different things. Watching a friend or family member struggling with addiction to drugs like heroin or even prescription painkillers is heart-wrenching. This leaves many people wondering what they…