Recovery is the best choice you can make, but it requires a lot of effort on your part. Managing stress on top of that can prove to feel overwhelming at times. Substance abuse recovery is a difficult road to take, and it often comes with a considerable amount of stress. During treatment, The Guest HouseRead More
Smoking cigarettes is a common action within recovery and can be a security blanket. You may think that if you stop, your chances of relapse are higher. Many people utilize this thought process as an excuse to continue to smoke. You have come this far in your recovery and thought about what your life wouldRead More
Often, opioid addiction starts with a similar outline. Someone broke an arm or leg. Perhaps they pulled a muscle in their back, or they had dental surgery. As a result, a doctor prescribed medication to help manage the pain while the body heals. The injured person took the medication as directed and found that itRead More
You go to your local bookstore, and there is a self-help book everywhere you turn. If you decide to pick one of these books up, you will notice positive affirmations. It may seem odd to tell yourself how amazing you are when you do not feel that way. You may even think that this isRead More
Yoga has increased in popularity in the past few years. It is a proven form of beneficial exercise for both the body and mind. With the help of yoga, people who struggle with physical or emotional traumas can relieve stress and improve their health simultaneously. Those who struggle with substance abuse or behavioral addictions areRead More
A recovery community is essential for overall wellness within your journey. However, you have arrived with thoughts of wondering what a healthy recovery community looks like. It is important to explore what means the most to you within recovery and how you can find what will be beneficial. Finding a recovery community that supports youRead More
Self-medicating bipolar disorder is a dangerous practice that can lead to a variety of risks. Those with bipolar disorder must take extra care to ensure that a qualified medical professional supervises their treatment protocols. They must also be aware of the dangers that come with self-medication. While self-medication can seem like a quick fix toRead More
“Addiction” is a word that gets thrown around casually these days. Modern society has grown increasingly sensitive to the plight of those who struggle with addiction. However, it has also become a word that is often used to describe casual preferences or habits. The danger of addiction is in how few people understand it. OvergeneralizingRead More