You’re moving through your steps, talking to your counsellor and attending meetings—but how much are you really taking care of you? SharelinesRelaxation is an essential component of a successful, sustainable… read more →
Learning to overcome social anxiety without alcohol can be a challenge, especially for those in the early stages of recovery. In the past, you probably turned to drink to get… read more →
Ben Affleck recently checked in for rehab to deal with his alcohol addiction. This makes it his third shot at rehab since 2001. While some may see this as weakness,… read more →
Following a few early sobriety tips can make the transition from treatment to ongoing recovery so much easier. There’s no denying that the first few months can be difficult –… read more →
Some people believe that addiction relapse is inevitable – but that is absolutely not true. Being aware of these relapse triggers is your first step towards long-term addiction recovery. Sharelines… read more →
For the first time in my life I feel so free, for the first time in my life I feel like I am not carrying the heavy baggage on me.… read more →
A new study shows that Tetris curbs cravings. Could it be the missing link in your relapse prevention plan? Those who suffer from the disease of addiction are prone to… read more →
The risk for relapse is so high that it is often considered an intrinsic part of the addiction recovery process. But, after a full-blown relapse, going back to treatment a… read more →
Relapse is the ever-feared return to using your drug of choice and again experiencing the devastating consequences as addiction takes over and your life spirals out of control. While no… read more →
It is no secret that we all experience stress, and the pressures of modern society can make it seem as though if you are not stressed out – then you… read more →
Even though some 1000 clients have successfully completed treatment with us since we began operations in 2009, we still keep in touch with all of them and follow their progress… read more →
Ozzy Osbourne, from the band Black Sabbath, is one of the world’s most famous rockstars. His nicknames include “Godfather of Heavy Metal” and “Prince of Darkness”. His contribution to metal… read more →
Like any chronic disease, there is no cure for alcohol and substance addiction; there are only ways of managing the addiction. Dr. James Garbutt, a researcher at the Bowles Center… read more →
You’ve relapsed. Okay, you must accept that it happened, regain yourself, and get back on the path to a sober recovery. In reality, many addicts in recovery relapse at least… read more →
Recovery from an addiction to alcohol is not over once you have left rehab; it is something that you must care for and nurture for many years to come. Now… read more →
