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Nutritional Deficiencies to Address in Recovery

Nutritional Deficiencies to Address in Recovery

May 23, 2026 | Recovery

Drugs take a toll on how a person’s body processes food, and a person who is experiencing active addiction may not be able to consistently make good choices around food. As a result, half of all people who are starting recovery also have nutritional deficiencies, on...
The Spiritual Aspect of Recovery

The Spiritual Aspect of Recovery

May 15, 2026 | Rehab

Numerous studies have shown that spirituality can be an important factor in recovery. What is spirituality, and how is it different from religion? Does this mean a person who isn’t particularly spiritual is doomed to relapse? At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in...
The Importance of Talking Kindly About Addiction

The Importance of Talking Kindly About Addiction

Apr 25, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder

For too long, our society has used harsh, judgmental, and medically inaccurate terms to describe people who struggle with addiction. This has resulted in shame, blame, and stigma, all of which undermine recovery. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia,...
Things to Know About Cross Addiction

Things to Know About Cross Addiction

Apr 17, 2026 | Substance Use Disorder

Recovery is more than just getting sober. It means finding new ways to address stress and having a plan for managing challenges that arise. When people quit using a substance, but don’t have a recovery plan, they risk cross-addiction. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in...
How to Support Your Loved One in Recovery

How to Support Your Loved One in Recovery

Apr 9, 2026 | Drug Addiction

If someone in your life is in recovery from addiction and it’s not a topic you’re used to discussing, you might not be sure how best to support them, other than clearing out alcohol and drugs from your home and events you want them to attend. At Safe Harbor Recovery...