by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Mar 27, 2019 | Addiction, Trending Topics
It’s not uncommon for people who develop addictions to start by using legally prescribed medications. Doctors report that they are writing more prescriptions than ever before, making meds more accessible. While they may initially have a prescription, some people...
by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Mar 20, 2019 | Mental Health, Recovery
One of the primary goals of recovery is to obtain and maintain sobriety. People who have never entered recovery often assume a relapse starts when the drug of choice enters a person’s body after a period of abstinence. However, relapse can actually begin days or even...
by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Mar 11, 2019 | Addiction, Alcoholism
When a loved one is struggling with addiction, it is often difficult to know what to say or do to help them to regain control over their life. You may feel that nothing makes a difference anyway, as the person’s drug of choice may be changing them in ways that make...
