Addiction is a chronic disease that is characterized by the prolonged, repeated misuse of substances despite negative consequences; physical and […]

Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on Unsplash Myths about drugs and alcohol abuse often arise from cultural beliefs, media portrayals, and a […]

Over 50 million adults live with chronic pain in the United States. Opioids have been used clinically for decades because […]

Many people swear by them—including me. Here’s the latest.  In the addiction treatment world, a professionals program is aimed at […]

In addiction treatment, the term used is self-help. And it works. They say in recovery that the opposite of addiction […]

Take it slow! Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day. It is easy to be overwhelmed when returning home […]

When a loved one goes to drug rehab, you may not be sure how to help them. Even after the […]

Relapse is always a possibility for anyone in recovery. No one is above it. Part of relapse prevention is understanding […]