• Andrea Nest
• Jun-27-2018
• Basics of Addiction
•  Comments Off on Stages of Addiction Recovery – Early Treatment, Active Recovery and Maintenance

This is part II of our series on Stages of Addiction Recovery.
Changes in thoughts and behavior are the most important aspect of the first three stages of addiction recovery. They are the starting point that leads to the fourth stage, […]

• Andrea Nest
• Jun-15-2018
• Basics of Addiction
•  Comments Off on Stages of Addiction Recovery – Acknowledgement, Contemplation, and Preparation

This is part I of our series on Stages of Addiction Recovery. 
Addiction recovery lasts a lifetime. There are countless guides, books, and counseling groups which offer information about inpatient or outpatient treatment of the recovering addict. These materials and programs analyze […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Apr-19-2018
• Rehab Advice
•  2 Comments.

According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, roughly 2.1 million Americans were addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers in 2012, and another 467,000 were dependent on heroin. The opioid addiction is highly difficult to treat because of its severe […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Mar-06-2018
• Rehab Advice
•  Comments Off on How to Keep your Job Before, During and After Rehab

According to the U.S Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 76% of people with substance abuse problems are employed. The unfortunate fact is that a wide range of employees avoid getting into rehab in order not to lose their […]

• Andrea Nest
• Mar-06-2018
• Basics of Addiction
•  Comments Off on 7 Symptoms of Final Stage Alcoholism you Need to Know

There are three stages of alcoholism: early, chronic, and final stage. A person that has reached the final stage is consumed by drinking. Quitting alcohol at that point is incredibly difficult and the person has probably been in and out […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Mar-04-2018
• Basics of Addiction, Therapy Approaches
•  Comments Off on Why a Family Counselor is Crucial for the Recovery Process

Addiction is well-known as a disease of relationships. When one member of the family suffers, the rest of the family also feels their suffering. Although the addicted individual is the one who needs to give their best to fight the […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Feb-07-2018
• Basics of Addiction
•  Comments Off on 5 Ways to Deal with Unsupportive Family Members

Having a family that supports you during your tough moments is crucial in recovery. These people give you emotional support, try to make you happier, help you get through a bad day, and fight the addiction together with you.
Unfortunately, […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Jan-07-2018
• Alcohol Addiction, Basics of Addiction, Rehab Advice
•  Comments Off on The Role of a Sponsor in Recovery

In AA and NA, one of the most valuable traditions is sponsorship. This notion of addicts helping addicts is what makes the aid fellowship so effective. It’s recommended that every member in AA/NA get a sponsor that will walk them […]

• Sandra Peterson
• Dec-19-2017
• Basics of Addiction
•  Comments Off on Insurance Coverage for Rehab

Becoming aware of an addiction and enrolling into a treatment program can be a difficult first step towards obtaining long-term recovery. Many individuals feel scared making this step due to a fear of the unknown. That is why, the more […]