Often an overlooked factor in one’s life, especially the older one gets, is continuing to set and work toward achieving goals. For recovering addicts, learning how to set realistic goals, both short and long-term, is key to the success of their recovery. If the recovering addict sought treatment, she likely had to set some goals … Read more
Recovery is an ongoing process. After you’ve been sober a while and have achieved “advanced recovery,” you will have developed many new habits to replace the old, destructive ones. To help avoid relapse, you will want to find more and more healthy activities with which to fill your time to help you maintain your sobriety. … Read more
Unlike substances that are commonly abused and illegal to possess (such as cocaine, heroin and mediations that require a prescription), alcohol is legal for adults to purchase and abuse as they wish. This fact means that drinking is common, so it will often be in an individual’s environment where consumption and abuse are prevalent. For … Read more
Drug and alcohol addiction is a powerful disease that hijacks the brain, so it inhibits people from making clear decisions. While rehab is essential to addiction recovery, it often takes more than one attempt to overcome addiction and to experience long-term recovery. Understand that multiple stays in rehab do not discredit a rehab facility, they … Read more
To manage their symptoms, many people with bipolar disorder take prescription medications. Medications can be invaluable resources for this condition if used in moderation and under the direction of a doctor, but it is not the ultimate solution. Rather, medicine should augment other methods, including talk therapy and positive lifestyle changes. Find the Right Medications … Read more