Klonopin Withdrawal Symptoms and Side Effects
Feb 8, 2019Read →
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Xanax and Alcohol: Risks and Side Effects
Xanax and alcohol are dangerous on their own. When mixing Xanax and alcohol, the consequences can be fatal. To better understand the consequences of mixing Xanax and alcohol, let’s take a look at both drugs, how they work, and their short- and long-term side effects. What I
Feb 5, 2019Read →
Mixing Adderall and Alcohol Dangers and Risks
Adderall and alcohol are two commonly abused drugs. To better understand Adderall and alcohol, let’s examine both drugs in-detail. What Is Adderall Abuse? Adderall is a stimulant used to treat attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), a brain disorder that makes it d
Feb 1, 2019Read →
Celebrities Who Battled Alcoholism or a Drug Addiction in 2018
Alcoholism or a drug addiction are problems that plague millions of people globally – even celebrities. To better understand alcoholism and drug addiction – and how to identify and address these issues – let’s take a look at several celebrities who battled alcohol or drug a
Jan 16, 2019Read →
Drug Use at Music Festivals: What You Need to Know
Drug use is a major problem at music festivals worldwide. In fact, a TickPick survey of more than 1,000 attendees of well-known music festivals ranked the top substances used at music festivals: Alcohol (75.5%) Marijuana (38.8%) MDMA/Molly/Ecstasy (13.0%) Mushrooms (8.5%) LSD (8.
Jan 16, 2019Read →
Breaking Free from Social Media
Although social media is something that has really only obtained a foothold in our society over the past decade or so, in that short time, it has unfortunately become a problem for many. Certainly, social media has a great deal to offer us in way of personal expression, relations
Jan 16, 2019Read →
Psilocybin Legalization Efforts
Activists in both Oregon and Denver are hard at work right now to legalize psilocybin, or “magic mushrooms.” This may sound a little unconventional and unexpected at first glance, but their reasons are strong and true, and they have the best interests of mental health in mind. Al
Jan 9, 2019Read →
New Years Resolutions
As many as 40% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions at the start of a new year, but sadly, some studies suggest that 80% of those resolutions fail by February. Those statistics are certainly interesting to consider. Why do so many people want to make a change, and why does th
Jan 1, 2019Read →
Celebrating New Year's Eve in Recovery
For many, New Year’s Eve is the biggest party of the year. Back before you began your recovery journey, when you were an active drug and alcohol abuser, you probably spent this final night of the old year consuming, and spent the first day of the new year nursing yourself back to
Jan 1, 2019Read →
How to Stay Sober When Your Family is Driving You Crazy During the Holidays
You love your family – of course you do. They are your blood, they are a part of who you are, and you are a part of them. You love having your family around, and spending time with them, too. However, when the holiday season comes around, they can sometimes be a bit much. Y
Dec 24, 2018Read →
Adderall Abuse: Symptoms and Signs of Addiction
Adderall is a stimulant that often helps a person increase his or her alertness and productivity. People who are dealing with an Adderall addiction are unlikely to display various symptoms and signs commonly associated with other types of drug abuse. Some of the most common Adder
Dec 24, 2018Read →
Stages of Methadone Withdrawal
Methadone withdrawal occurs following a methadone addiction. Methadone withdrawal symptoms affect a person’s ability to function properly. Once a person develops a physical dependence on methadone, he or she may experience the following phases during the methadone withdrawa
Dec 24, 2018Read →
8 Recovery Retreats for Addiction
In a recent article of ours, we cited the many reasons that going on a retreat is great for your mind, body, and soul. Taking some time for yourself, away from it all, can be a great support to your ongoing recovery. In a retreat atmosphere, you can separate yourself from all the
Dec 18, 2018Read →
How to Develop Patience for Recovery
Patience is not easy. In fact, it is one of the most challenging personality traits to develop on for many people. The saying, “patience is a virtue” is well known and reminds us that the ability to wait for something without getting angry, frustrated, or upset is a valuable qual
Dec 11, 2018Read →
The Law of Attraction: Positive Thinking & Addiction Recovery
You’ve probably heard of the Law of Attraction, but may not know much about it. This theory and belief held by many thousands of people can be an integral part in changing your life, and it can be a great help to you in your recovery, too. However, despite the fact that there are
Dec 8, 2018Read →
The Importance of Forgiveness in Recovery
Forgiveness is an eleven-letter word – a word longer than most in the English language – but even despite its length, its meaning is far, far more than the collection of letters on paper, or syllables in the air. Forgiving is one of the most wonderful things you can do for yourse
Nov 22, 2018Read →
The Myths About Using Suboxone to Treat Opioid Addiction
Suboxone is sometimes used to help people counteract the side effects of heroin, prescription painkillers, and other opioids. Yet suboxone does not provide a surefire solution to treat opioid addiction. To understand why this is the case, let’s take a look at five common my
Nov 13, 2018Read →
How to Tell If Someone Is on Drugs
Drug abuse is a significant problem across the United States that often goes unaddressed. However, people who know the warning signs of drug abuse may be better equipped than others to help family members, friends, and colleagues who are dealing with addiction. General Signs of D
Nov 11, 2018Read →
Addiction Recovery Apps for Success
In this technologically advanced and modern society, where people are often glued to their phones and computers, it is no surprise that more and more people in recovery are turning to apps to help support their efforts. There are countless addiction recovery apps out there, and o
Nov 10, 2018Read →
Guided Meditation
You’d like to try meditation, but you don’t know where to start. There is so much information about meditation on the internet, and too much information can be overwhelming. You have often read about the wide range of benefits meditation can have for your mind, body, and soul, an
Nov 7, 2018Read →
The Powerful Parallel Between Gardening and Recovery
Believe it or not, getting outside and playing in the dirt can do wonders for your recovery process! Growing and tending to plants in a garden has a wide variety of benefits that can support you on your journey; while growing flowers and plants and fruits and vegetables and herbs
Oct 25, 2018Read →
125 Things to Do Instead of Drugs or Alcohol
While you were an active drug or alcohol abuser, using drugs and alcohol, or trying to get back to normal after using, likely took up almost all of your time. Now that you are in recovery, you may be having a challenging time determining how to spend all of the extra time you see
Oct 18, 2018Read →
How Common Is Addiction for War Veterans?
War veterans sometimes struggle with alcohol and drug addiction. In certain instances, war veterans may use alcohol and drugs to cope with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). What Is PTSD? PTSD refers to a mental health condition that is triggered by a traumatic event. It may c
Oct 11, 2018Read →
Which Is Worse: A JUULpod or a Traditional Cigarette?
JUUL provides “JUULpods,” vaping pods that are designed to improve the lives of adult smokers. But is a JUULpod “safer” than a traditional cigarette? To find out, let’s compare and contrast JUULpods and traditional cigarettes. What Is JUUL? JUUL prom
Oct 9, 2018Read →