It has been said that life is lived forward and understood backward. So, if we want to understand how to cope with some of the things that most trouble us in life — and across the years — let us look back several thousand years. Let us look at scripture. In the book of Genesis,…
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Recovery may be a lifelong process, but there are still important milestones along the way. Graduation ceremonies mark the completion of treatment in a tangible way, celebrating how far each individual has come and sending them out to succeed in recovery. Celebrating Your Accomplishments Addiction experts recognize the benefit of charting progress and marking it…
Recovery from any addiction is a difficult battle. Fortunately, there is always hope for a better life, even after the most difficult substance use disorders. Treatment and continued commitment after rehab can play a big role in a successful recovery. All residential (inpatient) treatment programs should include some discharge planning. Everyone has unique goals after…
Recovery from addiction is a life-long process. Many people only seek treatment after substance use or a compulsive behavior has led to serious repercussions. Addiction impacts a person’s mind, body, relationships, goals, and spirituality. It only makes sense that successful treatment for addiction must address all of these areas.1 Key Contributors to a Healthy, Happy…
Reaching out for help and getting the right kind of treatment are the first steps on the road to recovery. But for most people recovering from substance abuse, life after treatment is when the real challenges begin. Simply abstaining from a substance is not enough. Creating a new, substance-free life takes daily, and often hourly,…
