Oct 28, 2022 | Recovery, Alcoholism
If you’ve known someone in recovery or heard people talk about recovery, you may have heard the phrase “dry drunk.” It refers to someone who continues to behave aggressively, recklessly, or irresponsibly even though they have stopped drinking. While the concept of...
Oct 8, 2022 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
What you don’t know can hurt you. More specifically, what you think you know, if it’s inaccurate, can hurt you, especially when it comes to substance abuse and recovery. Whether you are a person who is trying to leave substances behind or someone who cares about a...
Aug 26, 2022 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
You’re nearing the end of your treatment, and discharge is on the horizon. This can be a very exciting time–but also a scary one. The days and weeks immediately following discharge are when risk of relapse is highest. Having a good plan for life after treatment...