Recovery

Overcoming addiction is never easy, especially when you are a part of the LGBTQ community. In this article, Lloyd shares his experience as a gay man in recovery.

Addiction takes a tremendous toll on the body. This is how nutrition can help you recover.

I grew up as the athlete type ⎼ the kind that did not believe in showing weakness. If you got hurt, you rubbed some dirt on it and got back out there. Well, how do we do that if the pain is internal?

The opioid epidemic affects about 2 million people in the United States. Here's how some states are using buprenorphine to help save the lives of those affected by opioid addiction.

For college students in recovery, spring break is a particularly challenging time. Here's tips on how to have an amazing, sober spring break.

Completing addiction treatment and achieving sobriety is a grand accomplishment. But there are also challenges to life after treatment. Here are some tips to help you strengthen your recovery.

While developing strong relationships is important for everyone, for those in recovery, human connection can often be the difference between long-term sobriety and relapse.

The new year is just around the corner and it is the perfect time to make some real changes. If you are struggling with drugs and alcohol, why not make this the year you change your life?

When you are in recovery, having a strong support network is important. According to research, having a dog as part of that network could help you stay sober. Learn all the ways dogs can strengthen your sobriety.

Many say that "relapse is a part of recovery" but that does not mean it is inevitable. There are signs to watch out and steps you can take to safeguard your recovery. Learn how you can increase your chances at long-term sobriety.

Writing therapy strengthens recovery and promotes inner healing in several ways. Find out how writing can help a person recover from addiction.

Whether it is 12 Step-based or one of the many alternatives, a support group can greatly impact your recovery. Find the right support group for you.