Recovery Blogs
January 26, 2023
Finding the right rehab center for you can be overwhelming and exhausting. The good news is that the perfect fit for your treatment needs is out there.
January 26, 2023
When a loved one is showing signs that may point us to believe that they are struggling with drug abuse, we may disbelieve it at first.
January 21, 2023
There is no one singular pathway to recovery and that is reflected in the wide variety of support groups and networks that exist today for various substance abuse disorders and compulsive disorders.
January 21, 2023
For those seeking treatment for their addiction for the first time there will be many questions. What is it like? How do I go about getting the right help? What treatment facility is right for me? One question that comes up frequently is, “How long do I need to be in rehab?”.
January 18, 2023
Drug addiction is a serious problem that affects millions of people around the world. One of the most addictive and dangerous drugs is cocaine. Cocaine use […]
January 18, 2023
When an individual becomes addicted to a substance, whether it be drugs or alcohol, one aspect of the addiction is the physical dependency that develops.
January 15, 2023
One of the more difficult aspects that those afflicted with a substance use disorder experience is the feeling of shame associated with their process.
January 12, 2023
Many college campuses in Massachusetts offer some form of educational service for drug and alcohol abuse. Some campuses even have recovery support organizations for their students. However, when we think of college life these are not the first things that come to mind.
January 10, 2023
Alcohol abuse is one of America’s most common forms of substance abuse. More than 18 million adults suffer from alcohol use disorder (AUD). There are many […]
January 10, 2023
Many individuals who suffer from a substance use disorder receive some form of professional intervention to stop the abuse of drugs or alcohol. This usually begins with admission to a medically supervised inpatient drug and alcohol detox facility to be stabilized during the withdrawal process.
January 9, 2023
Watching a family member or friend live with a heroin addiction can be frustrating, heartbreaking, and exhausting. Luckily, there are many
ways you can help a heroin addict quit using the drug.
January 4, 2023
Heroin abuse is a serious issue affecting thousands of people in the United States and worldwide. It is essential to understand the signs of heroin abuse. […]
January 2, 2023
Alcohol is a social aspect in the lives of many individuals residing in Massachusetts. Learn more here.
December 19, 2022
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November 21, 2022
November 21, 2022
Cocaine is a powerful stimulant drug that is sold illegally. It is come in a white powdered form and can be ingested, snorted, or injected directly into the blood stream with a hypodermic needle.
November 14, 2022
November 14, 2022
Having a relapse prevention plan can help you get through some of the more challenging parts of recovery without losing all the progress you’ve made. Here’s what you need to know about relapse prevention planning.
November 7, 2022
Some relationships don’t survive addiction, but many do. Many of the relationships that survive substance abuse do so because of rehabilitation programs.
November 1, 2022
Outpatient care can serve as an excellent way to ease back into everyday life after other types of treatment. Just as rehab spends extensive time helping […]
November 1, 2022
Addiction can look and feel differently for everyone, but the stages leading up to opioid addiction are relatively linear and follow the same progression.
October 5, 2022
Early recovery can be a struggle. However, if you have made the decision to step away from drugs and alcohol you have done one of the harder things in addiction.
October 4, 2022
You made the decision to get help for your substance abuse problems. You entered into a medical detox facility then went on to either an inpatient or outpatient thirty-day treatment program.
October 3, 2022
The treatment for substance abuse is ever evolving as we learn more about the disease of addiction. One aspect of this has been finding the proper way to overcome the hurdle that many addicts face as it pertains to the mental aspect that comes with a substance use disorder.
October 2, 2022
For most individuals, alcohol is a social drink, one to socialize with and drink in moderation. However, for others, alcohol can cause serious health problems. This is the case when a person suffers from alcoholism.
October 1, 2022
There exists a drug in this world that is one of the most addictive substances known to man. It has the capability to tear families apart, destroy lives and utterly change a person’s personality.
August 11, 2022
Meth has dangerous physical health consequences but can also severely damage a person’s mental health and well-being.
August 8, 2022
Synthetic drugs can be much more potent than other drugs, and they may contain unknown chemicals that can be dangerous or even deadly.
August 5, 2022
Dependence and addiction to any opioid can happen at any time to any person. The longer someone takes any opioid, including fentanyl, the more likely they are to develop a dependence or an addiction.
June 15, 2022
ACT therapy aims to help people free themselves from obsessive negative thinking. The basis of ACT therapy is mindfulness exercises that teach the person how to accept things as they come.
May 1, 2022
If someone has a drug or alcohol addiction, they should be able to use their insurance coverage as much as possible to get the help they need.
April 17, 2022
Addressing this disease is vital, but some people may question whether it is better to stop drinking all at once (“cold turkey”) or if it's safer to taper off their alcohol consumption slowly.
April 7, 2022
Methamphetamine can have very damaging physical effects on a person’s body and brain. The drug can alter how an individual’s brain functions and cause issues with almost every organ in the body.
March 10, 2022
Most binge drinkers are not dependent on alcohol. However, they may be at an increased risk of developing alcohol use disorder (AUD).
March 9, 2022
Managing alcohol addiction is not easy, but understanding the root causes of cravings and how to manage them can help decrease the prevalence of alcohol use disorders.
February 24, 2022
Between May 2020 and April 2021, there were more than 100,000 overdose deaths, with almost two-thirds of them linked to overdoses of fentanyl or similar opioids, according to the CDC.
February 23, 2022
If taken as prescribed by a doctor, Adderall can help manage ADHD, resulting in increased focus and calm. However, when abused, the drug can lead to adverse side effects.
