Addiction Relapse 101
Addiction relapse happens but it can be prevented. Find out more about how to avoid relapse and how to handle it if it occurs…
Prescription Medication and Addiction
Addiction to prescription medication is a growing problem. It’s easy to become addicted without knowing it. Find out more here…
Staying Sober at Christmas
Christmas can be a challenging time for those who are in recovery – but it doesn’t need to be. Take a look at our top tips for surviving the festive season, here – You might even enjoy it!
10 Common Relapse Triggers (and how to handle them)
Triggers affect everyone but can be especially challenging for those in early recovery. Take a look at 10 common triggers, how to handle them, and how to reframe your mindset here.
Adderall and Addiction
Adderall is a prescription stimulant most commonly prescribed for those with ADHD. The effects of Adderall in those without ADHD are similar to Methamphetamine. Because of its potency and relative accessibility, Adderall addiction has become a significant problem in some parts of the world. Find out more here…
Working Out Recovery
Staying clean and sober is more than not drinking or using. It is about caring for your well-being as a whole. The right fitness routine can help you find a healthy balance of body, mind, and spirit. Find out more here…
Understanding Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
With regard to addiction counselling, cognitive behavioral therapy helps people address problematic thoughts and feelings towards alcohol or their substance of choice.. Find out more here…
Handling Finances in Recovery
Rebuilding your finances is an important part of your recovery and early recovery can be an especially challenging time. Find out more here…
5 REASONS WHY WILLPOWER IS NOT ENOUGH
You may think that you have a pretty strong will, which is probably one of the reasons you are frustrated that it is not working for your efforts to stop your alcohol or drug use. Even people who are successful in exerting their will to reach academic, professional, and other personal achievements are baffled that the same determination does not seem to work for a drinking or substance abuse issue.
How to Support an Alcoholic or Addict Without Enabling
Recovering from a drug or alcohol addiction can be difficult. You have to overcome physical withdrawal symptoms, cravings, and mental roadblocks in order to get sober. The path to sobriety isn’t easy, and it doesn’t get any easier the more times you tread it.