Substance abuse is a growing problem in America. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), roughly 18.9 million Americans abuse drugs or alcohol each year. Because of its prevalence in society, it’s not surprising that so many movies have been made […]
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommended making certain prescription painkillers more difficult to obtain in October 2013. Opioid drugs like Vicodin, which are based on Hydrocodone, would be reclassified as Schedule II drugs and would not be automatically refilled. As pain medication abuse increases […]
Oprah sat down with Lindsay Lohan to clear the air about her addiction to drugs and alcohol, which was broadcast on Oprah’s Next Chapter. In the video clip below is a segment from the show where Lohan admits she’s an addict, and alcohol is her […]
Chances are high that if you live in America you know somebody that lives with Depression on a daily basis. It could be a friend, family member, or you might even be depressed yourself. Recent statistics show that more than 18 million Americans have a […]
Overcoming an addiction is one of the hardest things you’ll ever have to deal with. This is why it’s so important to understand that your addiction is a disease of the brain and not a personal weakness. Even though the part of your brain that […]
We often hear talk of a chemical imbalance in the brain to describe numerous disorders. Our body and brain are made up of chemicals such as proteins, amino acids, and neurotransmitters that support regular and irregular functioning. Most of the time, things work correctly as […]
What began as one of the seven factors of enlightenment according to Buddhist teachings, Mindfulness Meditation is quickly spreading throughout Western society as a way to become more focused and relaxed mentally. Scientific research has confirmed many of the benefits of Mindfulness, including motivation, empathy, […]
The holiday cocktail hour can be a bummer for recovering alcoholics, pregnant women, and children who can’t drink beverages with alcohol. Partaking in a communal toast almost always loses its festive appeal when your glass is filled with water or plain juice. But there’s no […]
There’s no shortage of therapy modalities or advice about addiction recovery. And as always, what works for one person, might not work for another. We agree with the research that says the most successful addiction treatment occurs when individual therapy is combined with group therapy. […]
We Love our job! How many people can say that and really mean it? Anyone who works in addiction treatment knows how difficult and painful it can be to work with patients who have lost their jobs, families, and self-esteem and sometimes feel like there’s […]
