Alcoholism in America: Key Facts
As the opioid crisis continues to spread across America, alcoholism still ranks as the most prevalent of addictive substances. In fact, 17.6 million people, or one in every 12 adults,…
Quitting Alcohol: Why Medical Detox is Essential
Over time, heavy alcohol use can have a profound impact on the human body. When a person with an alcohol problem decides to stop drinking, the withdrawal symptoms can be…
Alcohol Withdrawal Symptoms and Solutions
When a person with an alcohol problem decides to stop drinking, the withdrawal symptoms can be severe and require medical supervision and detoxification. Acute withdrawal from excessive alcohol use can…
10 Ways You Can Break the Stigma of Addiction
The stigma of addiction is a deadly perception preventing millions of people from seeking treatment for substance use disorder (SUD). Although addiction is a brain disease that requires treatment, the…
Milieu Therapy: What Is It?
“Milieu” is French for the social environment. Milieu therapy leverages therapeutic communities and environments to inspire and effect positive change on individuals, often focused on self-care and cognitive-communication. Simply, milieu places…
EAP Services: An Invaluable Benefit for Treatment and Recovery
Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) evolved in the 1930s, when occupational alcoholism began to seriously impact the productivity of American industry. When employees found recovery, business owners saw a dramatic shift…
When A Loved One Relapses
While a loved one is in active addiction, the effects on the family are often severe. The disease spreads throughout the family unit, drowning parents, siblings, spouses and children in…
My Sober Valentine: Self Love in Recovery
Each year, Valentine’s Day delivers emotions that can endanger sobriety. Early in recovery, many relationships remain damaged, some severely, from actions taken in addiction. The shame and self-loathing that results…
12 Gifts of Recovery
As you celebrate the season of giving, celebrate the life changing gifts possible through dedicated recovery from addiction: 1. Hope Hope is the gift that keeps on giving and fosters…