Intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) are meant for individuals that need more than early intervention or general outpatient care but don’t necessarily need the medical detox or 24-hour supervision during their recovery. Individuals that benefit from...
So the reason that we want to do treatment, knowing that relapses happen, is so that we’re prepared to continue to manage the disease. Diagnosed and Intervened Once someone is initially diagnosed with any chronic relapsing disease, diabetes, asthma, high blood...
Suicide attempts increase during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, right? Wrong. Suicide Rates Decrease During The Holidays It is commonly thought that the stressor that comes along with the holidays actually increase suicide attempts. That is simply not...
The Holidays are fast approaching, which means you can count on one thing: Parties. For a recovering addict, attending these social events can infuse fear into the fun, so here are some simple tips to staying sober during the Holidays. You’ve changed. A sober social...
Overcoming Triggers And Traumatic Pasts One monumental step you can in your recovery, is learning to connect with yourself. And one way to connect with yourself is by learning to be self compassionate and self-forgiving. Often times, we turn back to a substance,...
Written by: Leah Roberts Overcoming Triggers And Traumatic Pasts One monumental step you can in your recovery, is learning to connect with yourself. And one way to connect with yourself is by learning to be self compassionate and self-forgiving. Often times, we turn...