A goal is something you want, typically something you work to achieve. In treatment, goals are designed to help you understand the program structure and maintain focus and motivation. In recovery, it’s no different. While goals may change, you will always want to be motivated and focused on moving forward and building on the skillsRead More
When you’re newly in recovery, finding the right words to talk about it can be challenging. It might feel like everyone is still getting over the shock of what you went through. Some people will understand almost immediately, while others may take a while to warm up to the idea. They might not know howRead More
Once you have been through treatment, can you learn to function and have a good time without substances? The process of recovery takes time, and you will need to use the skills you learned in treatment to cope with life without drugs or alcohol. Learning to have fun without substances can be challenging, but itRead More
A trauma-induced trigger can be anything that reminds you of a traumatic event. While there is still much to be learned about triggering trauma symptoms, studies widely agree that the conditions under which they appear are wildly unpredictable. Triggers are situations, events, or people that can bring back memories of difficult experiences. They can alsoRead More
During active substance use disorder (SUD), people generally fail to care for themselves or be aware of proper nutrition and rest. Sleep problems are widespread in the general population but even more so for people in recovery. Sleep disturbances frequently occur in early recovery but can last for years afterward. Sleep problems can also factorRead More
Staying connected is extremely important while on your recovery journey. While connection is essential at the beginning of your journey, you will find it helpful throughout your lifetime. As you are thriving and growing in your recovery, you need to stay connected with your support system, peers, support groups, and other communities that contribute toRead More
The way we parent our children influences them through childhood and beyond. When a parent is struggling with substance abuse, it affects the way they parent. As a result, a child may develop different attachment styles and experience trauma. When children undergo traumatic experiences with a parent abusing substances, they are more likely to abuseRead More
Confronting substance abuse is an overwhelming task, especially when faced with the prospect of doing it alone. Treatment facilities like The Guest House can be the best method of fighting substance abuse and stepping onto the path of recovery. Many facilities use 12-Step meetings as a treatment method in addition to their numerous other therapeuticRead More
Substance use disorder (SUD) impacts the individual using substances along with their entire family. SUD has an impact on a family’s routines, each person’s role, family relationships, careers, and finances. Children, in particular, can be affected: therefore, including them in family therapy is a proactive step to take. One area in treating SUD that needsRead More
Gambling can be a relatively fun and exciting pastime for a large portion of the population that participates in it. There are even benefits on a social, economic, and physical level to the act of gambling: Gambling can make players more excited and interested and promote positive social interaction. Gambling benefits the local economy withRead More