The readings at various 12 Step recovery meetings are plentiful, regardless of the fellowship – but newcomers often listen to one of the longest and find themselves asking, “What are the Twelve Traditions?” Various Alcoholics Anonymous groups read both the...
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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.
If you’ve identified a need to do something about a drug or an alcohol problem, you’ve got some decisions to make. One of them is deciding on detox vs. rehab – getting on the other side of withdrawal for the...
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You’ve identified you have a drinking problem, and you’re ready to do something about it. Now, you’re wondering, what your next step should be: Rehab or AA? More specifically, you’re wondering whether to get help at a drug and alcohol...
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Booze flows freely in our society, but not everyone who drinks is an alcoholic. In fact, many people who imbibe, and the vast majority of those who don’t, often see friends, peers and loved ones who struggle with it and...
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If you follow social media and engage with any news outlets, then stories of addiction inevitably bring out a singular question from a great many people unfamiliar with the disease: Why can’t an addict stop using? From the outside looking...
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As with any drug, once you take your last Xanax or Valium – whether you intend to quit for good or you’ve just run out – the clock starts ticking. If you’re abusing it, or even if you’re just physically...
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Do-it-yourself detox from alcohol and drugs is never a picnic, but if you’re asking “how long does it take for benzo withdrawal symptoms to start?,” know this: You’re in for a rough ride that could be life-threatening. Benzos – short...
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Heroin withdrawal is caused by the cessation of the drug’s use after dependence is developed – in laymen’s terms, that means those who have done heroin long enough and repeatedly enough to cause a physical dependence in the body and...
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Heroin addiction is a life-threatening condition that’s often driven by the fear of how excruciating coming off of it can be. In fact, it can be argued that for the vast majority of heroin addicts, asking “how long does it...
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If you’re a heavy drinker and decide to quit, then the clock is ticking: What is the timeline for alcohol withdrawal symptoms? It’s important to understand both the nature of those symptoms and when you might begin to experience them...
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You’ve made the decision to stop drinking, but you’re still grappling with your biggest worry: How long does it take for alcohol withdrawal symptoms to start? Withdrawal from any drug, alcohol included, is a cause for concern, because even the...
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If you’re unsure of who pays for drug rehab, know this: Someone does. Despite some of the mystique surrounding drug and alcohol treatment, it’s a medical service provided like any other. If you break your arm, the continuum of care...
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