Addiction Treatment

A newly FDA-approved drug may help addicts overcome the hurdle of physical withdrawal-symptoms in their recovery. Continue Reading

One author discusses how lay counselors helped her overcome temptations when she came home from an inpatient addiction-treatmen... Continue Reading

Sobriety is the gold-standard of addiction treatment, but not everyone stays sober. Harm Reduction may save lives by preventing... Continue Reading

Here's all you need to know about CRAFT, an option for family and friends of addicts who refuse to get help. Continue Reading

Focusing on oneself isn't selfish, not when you help yourself to help others. Continue Reading

An author instructs new Al-Anon members on what will happen during their first meeting. Continue Reading

Some don't realize that addiction is a disease, with a strong physical component. They see it primarily as a spiritual problem,... Continue Reading

Here are 5 of the many benefits of attending a Christian support group if you’ve chosen to walk the recovery path in faith. Continue Reading

One writer recounts how a pet therapy session made a difference in her eating disorder treatment. Continue Reading

The first night of treatment can be nerve-wracking for everyone. Remember these tips to set your nerves aside and start your jo... Continue Reading

During the early stages of detox, severe diarrhea and cramping can last anywhere from a few days up to a few weeks. Continue Reading

Detox is not part of an addiction recovery treatment. Rather, it is a prelude to a treatment program tailored for the specific ... Continue Reading

There are two kinds of hotlines you can use during addiction recovery. Here's which one is right for your situation. Continue Reading

One author recounts her difficulties finding a mental health adviser and offers tips for those in similar situations. Continue Reading

There are a number of approaches that are not 12-step in orientation, but do offer group support. Continue Reading

When looking for a proper teen support group, keep the following three life skills in mind. Your teen will need them to ensure ... Continue Reading

Typically speaking, CPS makes it their goal to only remove children from a home when it is needed for their protection. Continue Reading

Having a parent who is an addict can be an emotionally traumatic experience for children. It’s important that addicts with chil... Continue Reading

Many people mistakenly rationalize that substance abuse is the result of a lack of principle; that overcoming this issue is a s... Continue Reading

The so-called 'practical reasons' that the addicted mind refers to in order to avoid treatment are simply rationalizations to d... Continue Reading