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. |
Metro Drug Coalition heralds Community Champions while remembering the lost
It was a luncheon unlike any other. On Tuesday, Dec. 4, representatives of the East Tennessee recovery community...
HOW TO SAVE CHRISTMAS: Navigating the holidays with an addict you love
For many people, this is the most wonderful time of the year. To those who love an addict that's still using, it's...
Cancel Christmas? How to celebrate the season with an alcoholic
Ah, the holidays. For many of us, the expectations we have in our heads are lifted from iconic movies that paint...
Yes, you’re protected: Patient privacy is paramount at Cornerstone of Recovery
By Michael Wildsmith, MBA, CHCO, HIPAA Privacy and Security Officer at Cornerstone of Recovery Making the decision to...
Unidine nourishes the body and spirit with its food services at Cornerstone of Recovery
At the end of their shift, Chris Akins and his Unidine team get to sit and enjoy the fruits of their labor. By that...
ABOVE AND BEYOND: Cornerstone Aftercare leaders step down after 30 years of service
Bill Hood and Polly Bales are gone now, but their presence still linger on the campus of Cornerstone of Recovery....
Ten Signs Someone You Know May Be an Alcoholic
According to the 2015 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 15.1 million American adults, ages 18 and older, had...
HOMECOMING: Canda C. returns to Cornerstone with a book of hope
On Labor Day Weekend, Canda Corcoran is coming home. Not just to East Tennessee, where she built a life, but to the...
New Year’s Resolution For Addicts
A new year is just around the corner us, and with it comes a long list of resolutions that most people make....
Road To Recovery An Addict’s Story
My name is Steve, and I'm an addict. Those words tumble from my mouth without a second thought these days, after years...
“You Don’t Look Like A Drug Addict”
I get that a lot. Most of the time I smile and let it go. Sometimes I like to ask the person making that statement --...
What To Expect At Drug Rehab
Rehab. The word itself is usually (a) associated with Amy Winehouse’s song by the same title, or (b) a gloomy...