Is It Dangerous to Buy Xanax Online?
Many people today know what it is like to suffer from anxiety and depression, often going to great extents to alleviate their symptoms. For some, this includes taking prescription medications without ever seeing a doctor. According to the National Library of Medicine, online pharmacies have significantly increased over the last few years, opening the doorway for an […]
Setting Up Barriers for Relapse Prevention
At all stages of recovery from a substance use disorder, putting barriers between yourself and relapse is essential to relapse prevention. There are many factors outside of your control that you will come into contact with on a daily basis, so a solid, individualized relapse prevention plan is essential to your success in recovery. Setting […]
How To Make a Mental Health Recovery Action Plan
It can’t be emphasized enough how effective mental health treatment is. One in five adults in the U.S. experience mental illness, and one in 20 people have serious mental illness, according to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). But NAMI notes that between 70% to 90% of people who pursue psychological treatment and support […]
Using the OARS Communication Strategy During Motivational Interviewing
The road to recovery from drug or alcohol abuse is sometimes obstructed by a roadblock with a sign that says, “Resistant to change.” Now consider your options: You could turn around and go back the way you came. You could take a detour that brings you to your intended destination, but the route is longer, […]
What Is Laced Weed and Is it Dangerous?
In just a few short years, marijuana has gone through a dramatic, surprising shift in public perception once thought unthinkable. Shedding its reputation as an illegal and illicit substance, it’s now become widely available and accessible thanks to legalization across the U.S., where nearly half of all states have legalized recreational cannabis. This remarkable transformation […]
8 Tips for Completing Dry January
As the new year kicks into action, many people are finding themselves making resolutions that will help them get their lives on a better track. One trend that has become popular is “Dry January,” a one-month challenge to stop drinking alcohol. If you are considering giving this trend a try, it is important to know […]
Cultural Practices in Native American Substance Abuse Treatment
Cultural Practices in Native American Substance Abuse Treatment Cultural practices of Native American communities offer a path to holistic healing during treatment for addiction. Native American programs introduce tribal and non-tribal guests to tribal knowledge to promote the belief that healing is possible through cultural empowerment. While participating in cultural practices, guests heal from generational […]
Managing Anger in Recovery
Anger is a natural and often necessary emotion—but in recovery, unmanaged anger can become a serious roadblock. Whether you’re recovering from alcohol or drug addiction, learning to manage anger effectively is essential for long-term sobriety, mental well-being, and healthy relationships. Why Anger Management Matters in Recovery During early recovery, emotions that were once numbed by […]