Treating Addiction with Adventure-Based Counseling

September 7, 2023

Adventure-Based Counseling, also known as Adventure Therapy, is a unique form of psychotherapy introduced in the United States during the 1960s. While it draws inspiration from various learning and psychological theories, its core philosophy revolves around learning through real-life experiences....

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How to Identify the Stages of Alcoholism

September 7, 2023

Before the First Stage – Pre-Alcoholism Alcoholism does not appear without warning. Many signs exist before someone becomes dependent on alcohol. Pre-Alcoholism is the earliest step in the stages of alcoholism. In this stage, friends and family may barely notice...

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How to Tell Your Employer You Need to Go to Rehab

September 7, 2023

Deciding to seek help for a drug or alcohol addiction is a courageous step toward a healthier life. However, many individuals face concerns about their job when considering rehab. They wonder how to approach their employer and whether they should...

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I Completed Inpatient Rehab. What’s Next?

September 7, 2023

Completing inpatient rehab is a huge step in your journey to recovery from addiction. It’s a time to celebrate your progress, but it can also bring some worries as you transition back to your normal life outside the rehab center....

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RECOVERY 101: What are the Twelve Traditions?

October 14, 2021

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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Detox vs. rehab: Making the best choice for long-term sobriety

October 12, 2021

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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Rehab or AA: What’s the best way to get and stay sober?

October 11, 2021

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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Cunning, baffling, powerful: Why can’t an alcoholic stop drinking?

October 5, 2021

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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Why can’t an addict stop using drugs? When just quitting isn’t enough

October 5, 2021

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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What is the timeline for benzo withdrawal symptoms?

September 28, 2021

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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