Getting Help
The first step towards recovery is always intimidating. We make it easy for you with information on treatment programs, factors to consider and more.
Grieving Over One's Addiction
By Toshia HumphriesAn addict's relationship with drugs and alcohol is an intimate one. In fact, with regard to an active addict, it is likely the ... Continue Reading
An addict's relationship with drugs and alcohol is an intimate one. In fact, with regard to an active addict, it is likely the ... Continue Reading
It's Hard Enough As a Woman, Recovery Shouldn't Be Harder
By Donn GrutaWomen, pregnant women and women with dependent children have so many responsibilities that keep them away from addiction recovery. Continue Reading
Women, pregnant women and women with dependent children have so many responsibilities that keep them away from addiction recovery. Continue Reading
The Role of Self-Reliance in Addiction Recovery
By Dominica ApplegateWhen it comes to recovery from alcoholism or drug addiction, it’s normal to wonder if you have what it takes to stay sober for ... Continue Reading
When it comes to recovery from alcoholism or drug addiction, it’s normal to wonder if you have what it takes to stay sober for ... Continue Reading
Why Running Away From Addiction Just Doesn’t Work
By Dr. Howard WetsmanOften, people with addiction usually end up addressing the consequences of their illness rather than the illness itself. Continue Reading
Often, people with addiction usually end up addressing the consequences of their illness rather than the illness itself. Continue Reading
The Challenge of Finding Affordable Addiction Treatment
By Audrey BeimThe lack of affordable treatment for addiction in the U.S. can only be described as tragic. We highlight the primary barriers a... Continue Reading
The lack of affordable treatment for addiction in the U.S. can only be described as tragic. We highlight the primary barriers a... Continue Reading
Why Sobriety is Nothing Like Recovery
By Toshia HumphriesContrary to popular belief, sobriety and recovery are not one in the same. In fact, many active addicts maintain "white-knuckle... Continue Reading
Contrary to popular belief, sobriety and recovery are not one in the same. In fact, many active addicts maintain "white-knuckle... Continue Reading
5 Long-Term Benefits That You Get From Quitting Drugs or Alcohol
By Nina BradshawSome of sobriety's benefits are quite apparent from day one, while other gains may take some time before they settle in. Continue Reading
Some of sobriety's benefits are quite apparent from day one, while other gains may take some time before they settle in. Continue Reading
The Typical Crisis Phone Call: What To Expect
By Amy RothermelYou should never have to go through a severe crisis on your own. We break everything down step-by-step so you know just what to... Continue Reading
You should never have to go through a severe crisis on your own. We break everything down step-by-step so you know just what to... Continue Reading
What is “Rock Bottom”?
By Toshia HumphriesRather than viewing an entire list of consequences as the collective manifestation of the “rock bottom” concept, it may be that... Continue Reading
Rather than viewing an entire list of consequences as the collective manifestation of the “rock bottom” concept, it may be that... Continue Reading
What You Need to Know If You're Court Ordered to Go to AA
By Dominica ApplegateIf you've been court ordered to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, here are 3 things you can definitely expect. Continue Reading
If you've been court ordered to attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, here are 3 things you can definitely expect. Continue Reading
Self-Parenting Series: The 8-Step Procedure to Inner Conflict Resolution
By Dr. John PollardYour Self-Parenting relationship is the one relationship you will have your entire life. Take the time to work with these 8 ste... Continue Reading
Your Self-Parenting relationship is the one relationship you will have your entire life. Take the time to work with these 8 ste... Continue Reading
Self-Parenting Series: Defining Inner Conflicts
By Dr. John PollardDr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," explains why it's so important to... Continue Reading
Dr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," explains why it's so important to... Continue Reading
Self-Parenting Series: How to Get Started
By Dr. John PollardWhen first starting out, the trickiest part is to accurately identify and manage the two voices in your Inner Conversations. He... Continue Reading
When first starting out, the trickiest part is to accurately identify and manage the two voices in your Inner Conversations. He... Continue Reading
The Difference Between Abstinence and Recovery
By Dominica ApplegateRecovery involves more than just putting down drugs or alcohol. Continue Reading
Recovery involves more than just putting down drugs or alcohol. Continue Reading
Self-Parenting Series: Understanding Your Inner Dialogue
By Dr. John PollardDr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," breaks down the mystery of our in... Continue Reading
Dr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," breaks down the mystery of our in... Continue Reading