The path toward recovery from addiction is often not a straight line. It’s important that family and friends know what to do, and what not to do, at this critical time. Seeing a loved one return to drugs or alcohol…
Recovery-oriented care and recovery support systems help people with mental and substance use disorders manage their conditions successfully. Recovery is a process of change through which people improve their health and wellness, live self-directed lives, and strive to reach their…
Having Fun with Activities During Aftercare A patient’s addiction treatment process is incomplete if he does not participate in aftercare activities. These activities are designed to aid him in maintaining his recovery and also minimize relapse risks. Following are 6…
This guide can help you learn the most effective strategies to employ when your loved one relapses including open communication, support and professional treatment. Caring about someone experiencing substance abuse, addiction or recovery is a trying and overwhelming situation. Of…
If you’ve made the decision to find an addiction treatment center for a drug or alcohol addiction, you’ve taken a tough and important step. Selecting a residential addiction treatment center or non-residential treatment center with programs that cater to your…
Can drug addiction be treated? Yes, but it’s not simple. Because addiction is a chronic disease, people can’t simply stop using drugs for a few days and be cured. Most patients need long-term or repeated care to stop using completely…