Attitudes towards drug addiction treatment tend to fall into one of two camps: harm reduction or abstinence. These distinct approaches represent different ways of understanding addiction and recovery, each with its own set of principles, methods, and outcomes -- and...
The diabetes medication turned weight-loss miracle drug, Ozempic, and others like it, may be adding yet another use-case to their name: addiction cravings reducer. This new avenue of treatment could revolutionize the way alcohol dependency is managed, offering...
Addiction recovery is a multifaceted journey, and while the acute physical discomfort of initial detoxification is often the most immediate concern, many individuals discover that the true test of sobriety often begins much later. This later stage is characterized by...
Recovering from substance addiction is a life-altering struggle, affecting not only the person battling it but also their loved ones and society as a whole. While the financial cost of addictive substances might seem manageable (for the time being), the broader...
Watching your loved one walk away through the doors of a drug treatment center can be a highly emotional moment. Finally, they are getting the help they need! You can breathe a sigh of relief. It’s in their hands from this point forward, but there are steps you can...
The early stages of addiction recovery are powerful and transformative -- but also a time of vulnerability. Expecting perfection in your sobriety journey without a single misstep is a lofty expectation. While the ambition is admirable, such shoot-for-the-moon thinking...
National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week (NDAFW) is an annual, week-long observance dedicated to educating people, especially teens and young adults, about the realities of substance use and addiction. Held from March 17-23, this national initiative is spearheaded by the...
While family and friends can offer encouragement, many people in recovery find that having a recovery sponsor is one of the most effective ways to stay on track. A recovery sponsor is someone who has successfully navigated their sobriety journey and is willing...
Interventions can be a critical moment in helping someone struggling with addiction. They provide a structured opportunity for loved ones to express their concerns and guide the individual toward accepting help. However, staging an intervention involves careful...
Every year, millions of people are prescribed medications they never fully use. Left unchecked, these medications often find their way into the wrong hands, contributing to the growing crisis of misuse, abuse, and addiction. Donating unused prescription drugs could be...
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