support

Why is having strong support around me during treatment so important?

The Importance of Strong Support When someone enters treatment for their addiction, it can be a very lonely time. This is...

depression

I have Depression and I am Addicted, What Gets Treated First?

Depression and Addiction If you are suffering from addiction, you are more than likely also suffering from another trauma, as well....

Can I get back what addiction has made me lose?

Can I Get Back What Addiction Has Made Me Lose?

Breaking free from addiction When someone is experiencing active addiction, many casualties come along the way. This can mean severely fractured...

effects on children

Effects on Children

Growing Up With a Parent with Substance Use Disorder Unfortunately, children of a parent who suffers from addiction are often plagued...

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Staying Sober Around the Holidays

Updated on 12/05/23 The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but it can also be the most stressful....

call for help

Why making the call for help is so hard

Admitting you need help is the most important step As the saying goes, admitting you have a problem is the most...

Families

Addiction is a Family Disease When it comes to addiction, it is often said that addiction is a family disease. However,...

relapse

Relapse as Part of the Disease

What is a Relapse? Addiction is much more than simply abusing a substance. It is a chronic, progressive and fatal disease....