Up to 57% of all addiction counsellors in recovery themselves – should they disclose their status? Some say counsellors should maintain professional boundaries; others say their recovery provides a model… read more →
Painkiller addiction and resulting overdose deaths have become an epidemic not only in the US, but all over the world. In a new documentary on MTV, rapper Macklemore teams up… read more →
Being nervous about addiction recovery is common. After all, your life will be significantly changed. The good news is that it will be changed into something better than you may… read more →
Interestingly, my spirituality was the first thing to leave me on this extraordinary journey, yet it was also the first thing to come back, ahead of my physical and emotional… read more →
I especially find meditation and mindfulness help me to calm my mind and see things more clearly. Getting honest with myself and the people I love has been hard, but… read more →
It is no secret that drug addiction is alarmingly common among professional athletes. We take a look at the underlying reasons for why this may be, many of which have… read more →
Gucci Mane is sober and ready to show the world that drugs and alcohol do not have to be part of the rap lifestyle. Fully focused and clean from drugs,… read more →
Binge drinking is something that seems to have become synonymous with university life in Western countries. As teenagers leave home for the first time, drinking and taking drugs is often… read more →
Whether you are new to recovery or an old veteran, certain obstacles may get in the way of your sobriety. Being prepared for and knowing how to handle these situations… read more →
Meth-induced psychosis puts sufferers out of touch with reality and causes delusions, paranoia and aggressive behaviour. Find out more about meth psychosis and how this frightening condition can be prevented.… read more →
Practicing self-expression and creativity can significantly increase your chances of success in addiction recovery. Learn more about the most useful relapse prevention strategies in this article. Learning how to manage… read more →
Today in recovery, I’m building new, amazing friendships with people who value me as a person. My peers look up to me as a role model and value my input,… read more →
Today I’m returning back to full time work, I have healed much of the damage of my past, I regularly attend and contribute to AA meetings and I am of… read more →
Aftercare is invaluable to addiction recovery. It provides continued treatment, aids in relapse prevention and serves as a way to stay connected to resources and relationships in the recovery community. … read more →
Addiction recovery is a long and winding journey. There are moments when the recovery process will seem like a stroll in the park, at other times it will feel like… read more →