What Role Does Aftercare Play in Recovery?
The successful completion of a drug treatment program is a major life achievement. If you are near or just completed treatment, you worked hard to address and overcome your substance abuse issues. You feel revitalized and ready to resume your daily life. While completing a drug rehab program is an important milestone, finishing treatment does […]
Relapse Prevention Tips
Because recovery involves more than completing a rehabilitation program, relapse addiction aftercare requires a unique approach on a personal level. The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) describes addiction as a chronic disease — one with biological, behavioral, emotional, social, and physical factors. By nature, those suffering from substance abuse disorder cannot control their cravings. That’s why it’s so […]
How to Survive the Holidays Sober (and Have Fun!)
With so many parties and celebrations, the holidays can be a particularly difficult time of year for those trying to stay sober. Temptation may be high, but you can always take preventative measures to make sober holidays even more enjoyable than they would’ve been had you never gotten clean. The key is to plan to […]
