Making the choice to recover from alcohol and drug addiction is not easy. There are a lot of things that may be holding you back from making the decision. Denial and resistance are symptoms of the illness itself. Once you choose to recover, it should all be smooth sailing from there. Unfortunately, for many people, […]
Read More »How much does alcohol impact your ability to make decisions? It’s a question with stakes so high that the answers affect regulations, law enforcement, and even our sense of morality. To understand why, we need to go into the finer details. Three Drunken Nights John is a responsible, law-abiding citizen who is always considerate of […]
Read More »Choosing a rehab center for addiction recovery feels like a big deal. You are taking a massive step towards healing from addiction and need to know that the people helping you are the best. This is just one reason people choose to go to a luxury rehab center. However, not all luxury rehabs are alike. […]
Read More »Do you understand the impact that alcohol has on your body? Most people who drink alcohol do not know all that much about how it works, including how long it stays in your system. Here’s what you need to know. At what point does alcohol leave your system? When you wake up with a hangover, […]
Read More »The rise of yoga therapy in addiction recovery has some people scratching their heads. Can doing some stretches really help a person stay off substances? If so, how? Not so long ago, yoga was seen by many as nothing more than a punchline. It was characterized as a meaningless hobby for bored rich folk. That […]
Read More »Millions of Americans struggle with addiction to alcohol. As such, almost every person not addicted knows someone who is. Often, they went through similar experiences to the person. They could be family who grew up in the same home or friends who attended the same alcohol-fueled parties. In the past, people would use this fact […]
Read More »Luxury rehabs provide an unparalleled experience of addiction recovery. But why does it seem more like a wellness retreat? Do the added extras really make a difference? Since arriving in Malibu, you’ve already felt like you’re in paradise. Then, at the door of the luxury rehab, you are greeted like a celebrity. Your anxiety falls […]
Read More »Picture this: you arrive home, planning to relax in front of the TV. Your mind is on a million different things and you are barely aware of entering through the front door. Suddenly, you notice that your family and friends are gathered, all looking at you with somber expressions. They invite you to sit with […]
Read More »Alcohol is deeply ingrained in social traditions and even some religions. It’s legal and widely accepted across cultures in the US, but its use often leads to significant consequences. In fact, despite the widespread belief that alcohol is the safest substance, it claims more lives annually than many illicit substances combined. The stark reality is […]
Read More »Luxury rehab centers have become a notable trend in the landscape of addiction treatment, offering high-end amenities and personalized care to those seeking privacy and comfort during their recovery journey. These facilities often promise a serene and secluded environment, where individuals can focus on their healing away from the public eye. However, they’ve been criticized […]
Read More »As the world has become more aware of the challenge faced by people struggling with substance abuse issues, a variety of different approaches to recovery have emerged. Most people know of the 12 Step Program and not much more. It does have a prominent place in the addiction recovery field and is constantly referred to […]
Read More »Alcoholism and eating disorders are both relatively common mental health disorders but for most people, that’s as far as the link goes. However, it is increasingly being recognized that these illnesses are in fact interrelated. On the most basic level, both impact physical and mental health, but the connection goes deeper. Emerging research suggests a […]
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