Addiction & Recovery Articles
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What is National Recovery Month?September is National Recovery Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness and understanding of substance use disorders, mental health challenges, and the life-changing impact of addiction treatment and recovery services. This observance spreads aw … |
What Kind of People Go to Rehab?
“What kind of people go to rehab?” There isn’t a simple answer to this question because anyone can be affected by addiction.
Understanding Cross Addiction
Evidence suggests that people who struggle with dependence on one substance, such as alcohol or heroin, are at risk for developing an addiction to another substance.
How to Help Someone Who has Relapsed
Relapse is difficult for both the individual and their loved ones. If someone you care about has relapsed, it might be unsettling and frustrating.
What are the Stages of Alcoholism?
Alcoholism does not appear without warning. Many signs exist before someone becomes dependent on alcohol. In this early stage, called Pre-Alcoholism, friends and family may barely notice alcohol abuse or the other behaviors that come with it.