Jun 26, 2019 | Recovery, Mental Health
Recovery is a time of new beginnings. Often, this means taking a look at your relationships and determining if it’s wise to continue to remain in contact. At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, we encourage the development of strong social ties...
May 29, 2019 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
There are many paths to recovery. For some people, their recovery does not include a spiritual or religious component. For others, it is an absolutely critical part of their successful journey. They find that they learn valuable lessons from their faith that keep them...
May 21, 2019 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
At Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia, we encourage clients to incorporate a wide range of self-care strategies into their continuum of care. This includes keeping a journal about their recovery experience. The Benefits of Journaling in Recovery...
May 16, 2019 | Recovery, Trending Topics
Relapse is sometimes mistakenly defined as a failed attempt to recover from addiction. A relapse, in reality, is the re-emergence of symptoms after a chronic disease has been in remission for a period of time. Diabetics can have a relapse, as can a person with...
May 10, 2019 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
Is it possible to treat and manage pain without feeding an addiction? Pain management in addiction recovery is a complex process, one that relies on the patient working closely with their doctor to minimize risk. Many men and women with substance abuse disorders also...
