Addiction & Recovery Articles
from Cornerstone of Recovery
At Cornerstone of Recovery, we believe that there is more to treatment than helping people recover from drug and alcohol addiction. The goal of our addiction recovery articles is to bring awareness to families and our communities, help people recognize the signs of addiction early, understand the treatment options, and, most importantly, be inspired by stories that show that life in recovery is possible.
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Understanding Schema Therapy in AddictionAddiction 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. |
Mind your mind: Mental health tips during the coronavirus
You’d be wise to seek out mental health tips during the coronavirus: It is, after all, an unprecedented global event...
Mind your recovery: Relapse prevention tips during the coronavirus
Relapse prevention tips during the coronavirus are more important than ever for members of the addiction recovery...
Signs you might be drinking too much during the coronavirus quarantine
If you find yourself on your third cocktail before noon and wondering if you’re drinking too much during the...
Cornerstone extends a little care to the local corporate community
As East Tennessee’s premier drug and alcohol treatment center, Cornerstone of Recovery is in the business of helping...
Quarantine conundrum: Can day drinking increase my risk of becoming an alcoholic?
When it’s not yet noon and you’ve already poured your first drink, you may find yourself wondering, “Can day drinking...
MEET THE FAMILY: Jade Abbott finds her calling in Cornerstone’s A&O unit
The first time Cornerstone of Recovery Program Director Anne Young asked her about the 12 Steps, Jade Abbott pivoted...
Alcohol Awareness Month: Troubling statistics and helpful resources
April is Alcohol Awareness Month, which makes it as good a time as any to take a sobering look (pun definitely...
COVID-19 precautions and Cornerstone of Recovery: A comprehensive overview
After a spring and early summer downturn, COVID-19 cases are on the rise again, spreading fast due to the delta...
Leaving Cornerstone better than he found it: Wallace Smith retires after 20 years
Serendipity. It’s a word Wallace Smith doesn’t drop in everyday conversation, but it’s certainly apropos as he steps...
Cornerstone Railroad Program patriarch Roger Davis retires after 20 years
If it weren’t for the coronavirus, this week at Cornerstone of Recovery would have belonged to Roger Davis. Before the...
COVID WOES: Is the coronavirus making your drug problem worse?
Is the coronavirus making your drug problem worse? Well, it’s certainly not making it better, unless you’ve used this...
Is Hand Sanitizer a Relapse Trigger or a Safeguard Against Sickness?
Is hand sanitizer a relapse trigger or a necessary preventative measure during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic? When...