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“What kind of people go to rehab?”  There isn’t a simple answer to this question because anyone can be affected by addiction. This also means that anyone can choose [...]

Drug and alcohol abuse has a significant impact on the workplace, with an estimated 15.5 million employed individuals admitting to illicit drug use, according to SAMSHA. Substance abuse causes [...]

Before the First Stage – Pre-Alcoholism Alcoholism does not appear without warning. Many signs exist before someone becomes dependent on alcohol. In this early stage, called Pre-Alcoholism, [...]

Addiction. Substance Abuse. Substance Dependency. While these terms are similar and related in certain situations, they are not the same. Defining the terms can help us better understand the [...]

Maintaining a sober lifestyle becomes more difficult, especially for those in early recovery. Take action before cravings start, and you'll have a greater chance of preventing relapse during the [...]

Looking for Drug and Alcohol Treatment Programs in Alabama? According to the latest available data reported by the Alabama Department of Mental Health*, the drug overdose death rate continues to [...]

Learning New Facts and Remembering What You Forgot Think you know everything you need about alcohol? Guess again. This Alcohol 101 primer will not only teach you new things but also remind you of [...]

How Do You Help Someone on Drugs who Doesn’t Want Help? You know that your loved one needs to stop abusing drugs or alcohol and have confronted him or her about it. When someone refuses [...]

Sometimes you instinctively know something isn’t quite right with a friend, a family member or colleague. You suspect potential drug or alcohol use but you feel helpless and don’t know how to [...]

Deciding to get sober and choosing a life of freedom from the bondage of addiction is one of the most important decisions anyone will ever make. The decision to make recovery a priority begins [...]