What Is the Relapse Cycle in Addiction?
The definition of relapse within addiction can be complex. We tend to view it as the moment when a sober individual returns to using their addictive substance again. A more precise definition would be that relapse refers to the process that leads a sober individual back to substance use. The relapse cycle is multidimensional and […]
What is Post-Acute Withdrawal Syndrome?
Ultimately, many symptoms of alcohol or drug withdrawal are the result of the effects that these chemicals have on the body and brain. In the first days and even weeks during withdrawal, different withdrawal symptoms may occur as a result of abruptly stopping taking a substance. The longer someone has abused drugs or alcohol, the […]
Know the Dangers: The 9 Most Common Addictions in America
Those who have never struggled with addiction often view drug and alcohol dependency as a single illness, one that can be cured through simple willpower and a desire to live a sober life. But those who have struggled with addiction know better, and they also know that drug and alcohol addiction is not a single […]
Is There a Cure for Your Addiction?
Addiction is an illness that is typified by a compulsion to take alcohol or drugs even when those substances are causing physical, mental, and social problems. Contrary to the opinions of many people, it is not caused by a lack of willpower. People who are addicted have undergone a change of brain function that makes […]
What to Expect From an Al-Anon Meeting
There are support groups available for friends and families of alcoholics called Al-Anon groups. Al-Anon meetings can help those close to alcoholics who find themselves caught up in an overwhelming whirlwind of frustration and disappointment. What is Al-Anon? Al-Anon meetings are not based on any particular religion. They focus on a spiritual fellowship in which […]
The Dangers of Benzodiazepines
Given their appealing sedating effects, benzodiazepines are among some of the most abused prescription drugs in America. In fact, according to WebMD, about one in every five people who use benzodiazepines will abuse the potentially addictive drug. Below, we will discuss the potential risks associated with benzodiazepines and how they affect your body. What are […]
How to Pick a Sponsor in Alcoholics Anonymous
Picking a sponsor to work with is a critical step to take in Alcoholics Anonymous. Working the steps is what Alcoholics Anonymous was designed to do. After nearly a century of meetings and groups across the world, Alcoholics Anonymous can sometimes veer away from the book. That’s why it is critical to find a sponsor […]
Alcohol & Drug Addiction | Mental Health Services
Mental health and drug and alcohol addiction are sometimes so intertwined it is difficult to determine which one is the leading cause of problems. Other times, our clients don’t have mental health problems, instead, they have undiagnosed alcoholism. Uncovering what issues our clients really face can be a long process. That’s why our program at […]
How Euphoric Recall Leads to Relapse | Alcoholism and Addiction
Euphoric recall has been studied by researchers for years, and many believe it is a leading cause of relapse. Alcoholism and addiction are chronic diseases. This means addiction and alcoholism is incurable, constant, and persistent. In other words, if you stop treating your addiction, relapse is inevitable. Chronic alcoholism can’t be cured by knowledge or […]
FOLLOWING THROUGH WITH SOBRIETY TAKES FAITH
Say you take a walk on a hiking trail. You bring some snacks and a bottle of water. You’re only planning to be out for a couple of hours and go home, but you see another trail, that leads you to another trail, that leads you up the side of a mountain. You keep pushing […]
