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The Link Between Substance Use and Suicide

The Link Between Substance Use and Suicide

Sep 25, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder

If you’ve ever contacted a suicide or crisis line, you were likely asked if you had been drinking alcohol or using other substances. Professionals who work in suicide prevention understand that substance misuse puts people at increased risk, so they need to know if...
Understanding and Addressing Stigma Around Addiction

Understanding and Addressing Stigma Around Addiction

Sep 11, 2026 | Drug Addiction

Stigma is the negative belief people hold about a specific person, group, or characteristic. Often, stigma is based on fear and false information and leads to increased isolation, discrimination, and prejudice. Having a substance use disorder is a characteristic that...
The Impact of Alcohol Use on Digestion

The Impact of Alcohol Use on Digestion

Sep 4, 2026 | Alcoholism

Our bodies don’t process alcohol in the same way that they process food, and that can lead to serious problems. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center, in Portsmouth, Virginia, our clients with alcohol use disorder often experience digestive issues as a result of their...
Recognizing Signs of Overdose

Recognizing Signs of Overdose

Aug 31, 2026 | Drug Addiction

The last day of August is International Overdose Awareness Day. Do you know the signs of overdose and what to do if you see someone who appears to be overdosing? At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, we treat people who are struggling with substance...
How to Support a Parent Who Is in Recovery

How to Support a Parent Who Is in Recovery

Aug 21, 2026 | Recovery

Addiction recovery is a difficult process. It requires a massive shift in mindset, behavior, and lifestyle. For people who are also parenting, there can be additional struggles and stressors. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, we want to give you...