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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 Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

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

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It's Hard Enough As a Woman, Recovery Shouldn't Be Harder

By Donn Gruta

Women, pregnant women and women with dependent children have so many responsibilities that keep them away from addiction recovery. Continue Reading

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The Role of Self-Reliance in Addiction Recovery

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

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 Wetsman Dr. Howard Wetsman is an addiction medicine physician and psychiatrist living in New Orleans.

Often, people with addiction usually end up addressing the consequences of their illness rather than the illness itself. Continue Reading

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The Challenge of Finding Affordable Addiction Treatment

By Audrey Beim

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

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Why Sobriety is Nothing Like Recovery

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

Contrary to popular belief, sobriety and recovery are not one in the same. In fact, many active addicts maintain "white-knuckle... Continue Reading

Woman discovers a more vibrant life on the other side of addiction

5 Long-Term Benefits That You Get From Quitting Drugs or Alcohol

By Nina Bradshaw Nina Bradshaw is a professionally qualified social worker and therapist in the UK. She earned a Master's Degree in Personality Disorder Studies, a Master's Degree in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and a Master's Degree in Sociology/Social Policy/Social Work.

Some of sobriety's benefits are quite apparent from day one, while other gains may take some time before they settle in. Continue Reading

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The Typical Crisis Phone Call: What To Expect

By Amy Rothermel

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

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What is “Rock Bottom”?

By Toshia Humphries Toshia Humphries is a Texan freelance writer, artist, and life coach and possesses three degrees in counseling and psychology, focusing on addictions and women’s studies.

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 Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

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 Pollard Dr. John K. Pollard is the author and creator of the book, Self Parenting: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations.

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

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Self-Parenting Series: Defining Inner Conflicts

By Dr. John Pollard Dr. John K. Pollard is the author and creator of the book, Self Parenting: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations.

Dr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," explains why it's so important to... Continue Reading

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Self-Parenting Series: How to Get Started

By Dr. John Pollard Dr. John K. Pollard is the author and creator of the book, Self Parenting: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations.

When first starting out, the trickiest part is to accurately identify and manage the two voices in your Inner Conversations. He... Continue Reading

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The Difference Between Abstinence and Recovery

By Dominica Applegate Dominica Applegate has worked in the mental health field for 12 years before launching her own business as a writer. She earned her Master's in Counseling from Liberty Universit

Recovery involves more than just putting down drugs or alcohol. Continue Reading

Self-Parenting Series: Understanding Your Inner Dialogue

By Dr. John Pollard Dr. John K. Pollard is the author and creator of the book, Self Parenting: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations.

Dr. John Pollard, author of "SELF-PARENTING: The Complete Guide to Your Inner Conversations," breaks down the mystery of our in... Continue Reading

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