It is common for recovering addicts to have drug dreams and they can be incredibly stressful and create negative feelings and emotions. But can drug dreams also predict whether or… read more →
For many people who have just completed residential rehab, living in a sober house that offers a drug and alcohol-free, group living environment is the best way to transition back… read more →
After completing an effective addiction treatment programme, there are many ways acupuncture can bolster your long-term addiction recovery plan – as mounting research shows this ancient, low risk Chinese medical… read more →
The actions of a family member suffering from addiction inevitably affects the whole family. A support group can be very beneficial in helping a family heal from the impacts of… read more →
Feelings of shame and guilt are common in people who have suffered from severe addictions and can lead to feelings of low self-esteem. For many people in addiction recovery, learning… read more →
We previously put out an article titled “The Psychology behind the Controversial 12 Steps in Addiction Recovery” which translated AA’s 12 Steps into the language of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),… read more →
Sharing your addiction recovery story can increase the chances of a successful addiction recovery for you and the people you share with. Learn why so. Last month, the addiction recovery story… read more →
Life today is completely different, there are days where I am in disbelief and I don’t recognise myself. From an addict who could not go a day without using or… read more →
The first 90 days in addiction recovery can often be the most difficult. Avoid relapsing during this time with these tips. The first 90 days of addiction recovery… read more →
When a loved one is suffering from an alcohol or drug addiction, it is common to feel fear — fear that one day you will get a phone call that… read more →
Forget New Year’s Resolutions in 2016. Instead, set small, realistic goals for the year that will aid in your addiction recovery and make this year your best year yet! The… read more →
Grab a guitar or write a song — music therapy is proven to help you get and stay sober in addiction recovery. Music is a powerful medium that many of… read more →
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year” — or is it? Find out what causes holiday depression, why it often triggers relapse, and how you can overcome it. Despite… read more →
There are no quick-fix ways for how to get sober fast, and there is not one simple formula for staying sober either. But whether you are looking to get sober… read more →
Losing a loved one is one of the most painful human experiences. Grief can take a toll on even the most resilient individuals, as feelings of guilt, denial, sadness, and… read more →
