Education & Awareness

Learn more about what drives addiction and causes mental health disorders. Below are articles about PTSD and trauma, how addiction affects the brain, current medical research, and more.
Education & Awareness

Are CBD and THC Different?

Key Takeaways: This article explains the key differences between THC and CBD, both compounds derived from cannabis. THC is psychoactive, causing a “high” and carrying potential risks like addiction and anxiety, while CBD is non-psychoactive and offers therapeutic benefits such as pain relief and anxiety management. The legal status of THC and CBD varies, and […]
Education & Awareness

Personal Inventory: Navigating Steps 4 and 5

Key Takeaways: This article discusses Steps 4 and 5 of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA), focusing on the importance of self-reflection and accountability. Step 4 involves conducting a moral inventory, while Step 5 involves sharing that inventory with a higher power, oneself, and another person. These steps are crucial for personal growth, overcoming […]
Recovery

Exploring the 12 Steps: Surrender - Steps 1 Through 3

This article discusses the first three steps of the 12 Steps program for addiction recovery, known as the “Surrender” steps. It emphasizes admitting powerlessness, believing in a higher power, and making a decision to turn one’s life over to that power. The article also provides practical advice on how to work through each of these […]
Drug Addiction

When Your Addiction Is a Secret

Key Takeaways: Secret addiction affects millions of Americans, with only a small percentage receiving necessary help due to shame and fear of exposure. Innovative solutions, such as outpatient programs and telemedicine, are emerging to provide flexible and discreet pathways to recovery. Overcoming shame and building trust are crucial steps in healing, and future trends such […]
More About Drugs

The Rise in Meth: Why Use is Surging Across the Country

Why is meth use rapidly increasing across the US? Accessibility, potency, and lack of treatment options are three key factors
Education & Awareness

A Safe Guide to Pain Management When You're Prescribed Opioids

Pain management in addiction recovery is an important topic—do you take what’s prescribed or opt for an alternative? Learn more about pain management here.
Education & Awareness

From Painkillers to Heroin: An All Too Common Path

The amount of people who are addicted to prescription painkillers continues to grow, with an estimated 2.1 million people currently misusing opioids in the United States. And for many, the transition from prescription drug misuse to heroin addiction is an easy one.
Education & Awareness

What is a Trigger?

Experiencing triggers in recovery is a natural part of sobriety, but they are uncomfortable. Learn to deal with emotional triggers & cravings.
Education & Awareness

How Can Drugs and Alcohol Affect Your Body?

Drugs and alcohol can affect your body physically & mentally in many damaging ways. Learn how drugs affect the body and how to seek substance abuse treatment here.
Education & Awareness

Complexities and Risks of Pregnancy and Substance Use

Pregnancy and substance use carries many risks for the mother and developing fetus. Learn the dangers, how to seek help during pregnancy.
Education & Awareness

How to Stop Drug & Alcohol Cravings

Are you having urges to drink? Learn how to manage or reduce alcohol cravings by following these coping strategies.
Trending Recovery Topics

How Many College Students Misuse ADHD Medications?

ADHD in college students is prevalent, but so is ADHD medication misuse. Learn about this disturbing growing trend and what signs to look for.