by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Jul 30, 2019 | Recovery, Rehab
Pros and Cons When a person enters substance abuse treatment, they tend to choose a local treatment center. Staying close to home provides the option of continuing to work or returning to work sooner, access to family and friends in their support system, and general...
by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Jul 19, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
When we care about another person, it is normal to want to help, support, and encourage them through their struggles. Often, however, the loved ones of a person who is addicted may find themselves crossing into territory that goes beyond helping. Enabling Enabling...
by Jackie Hammers-Crowell | Jul 10, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
Self-Care in Recovery There are many steps a person can take to ensure that they are practicing proper self-care in substance abuse recovery. One of these is exercising regularly. Physical activity is beneficial, not just in the early stages of recovery, but also as a...