Addiction & Recovery Articles

Understanding Schema Therapy in Addiction

Addiction is a complex and challenging issue that affects millions of people worldwide. It can take many forms, such as substance abuse or addictive behaviors, and often has deep-rooted psychological causes.

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A Sober New Year’s Resolution: Keeping or Breaking it Can Be Beneficial

You don’t have to be an alcoholic to make a sober New Year’s resolution, but if you’re struggling to get a handle on your drinking, it’s a good one to aim for. Resolutions are noble endeavors indeed, and they’re often...

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The Journey to Renewal: Embracing Recovery During the Holidays

At the heart of this season's spirit lies the journey of recovery – a path not just away from substance use but towards a renewed life filled with hope, health, and happiness.

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Navigating Early Recovery During the Holidays: Finding Hope and Support

Many worry about family dinners, and purchasing presents as the holidays quickly approach. For people in early recovery, these stressors can be more severe. The combination of stress and additional temptations that accompany the holidays can intensify addictive behaviors, making...

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10 Things to Know About Your Loved One’s Recovery this Holiday Season

When your loved ones gather around the holiday table this season, the elephant in the room may very well be the newly recovering addict or alcoholic in your life. Everyone involved may be walking on eggshells, unsure of what to...

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Why are the Holidays so Hard for Those in Recovery?

It’s supposed to be a time of peace, joy, and goodwill, but far too often, we find ourselves asking, “Why are the holidays so hard?” To be clear, a lot of people feel this way, and for good reason: “The...

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Family Can Make a Difference During the Holidays for Recovering Addicts and Alcoholics

Family support can make a difference during the holidays for addicts and alcoholics.

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Thanksgiving in Recovery

There’s a saying in recovery circles that “a grateful addict will never use,” and if any holiday is tailor-made for gratitude, it’s Thanksgiving. For addicts and alcoholics spending Thanksgiving in recovery, however, it can also be a time when the...

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Cornerstone of Recovery Introduces “Hero’s Path” Addiction Treatment Program for Veterans and Active-Duty Military

Cornerstone of Recovery is proud to announce the launch of Hero's Path, a custom-tailored program for veterans and military service members grappling with addiction.

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The Truth About Addiction in the Military Population

Veterans and active-duty military face situations that differ from what civilians normally see. Substances often provide an easy escape from difficult memories, emotions, and thoughts. Find out why military personnel, past and present, are so prone to addiction and how...

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The Role of Fitness in the Recovery Process

The Fitness Program at Cornerstone of Recovery is an integral part of the addiction treatment therapeutic process. Patients participate for an hour almost every day of the week.

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Recovery Stories: Brad

The hardest phone call Brad Sayles ever had to make was the one that changed his life. The East Tennessee native and UPS pilot, who also serves as the company’s chairman of the HIMS Program (Human Intervention and Motivation Study), couldn’t...

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