Am I a “Binge” Drinker?
Many people do not feel that they have an alcohol use disorder because they only drink on weekends,...
Read MoreEnforcing Your Own Travel Ban: Tips for Alcohol and Drug Recovery
It's hard to pay attention to the news and not hear about the “travel ban.” It's everywhere – TV,...
Read MoreThe Addiction Cycle Part III: Preoccupation/Anticipation Stage
The previous blogs in this series explored Binge / Intoxication and Withdrawal / Negative Affect,...
Read MoreOpioid Addiction: New SAMHSA Interactive Recovery Tool
When you’re suffering from a substance use disorder, making the decision to get help is often...
Read MoreThe Addiction Cycle Part II: Withdrawal/Negative Effect Stage
In part one of this series we introduced the three stage “Addiction Cycle” which includes...
Read MoreWhat Does the 21st Century Cures Act Mean for Addiction Treatment?
In December 2016 the 21st Century Cures Act was passed into law. The law is said to be wide ranging...
Read MoreThe Addiction Cycle Part I: Key Points for Addiction Treatment
If you or a loved one suffers from a substance use disorder, commonly referred to as an...
Read MoreDon’t Let Blue Monday Get You Down!
Today, the third Monday in January, has been dubbed “Blue Monday” by researchers at Cardiff...
Read MoreAlcohol & Drugs Hijacked My Brain
“Alcohol and Drugs Hijacked my Brain!”
Well, actually they did.
Read MoreFour Behaviors Central to Drug and Alcohol Addiction
How Did I Get Here?
When you or a loved one is suffering from a substance use disorder, often you...
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