Mountain Laurel Recovery Center Blog


Welcome to our Blog! We feature articles written by MLRC as well as select guest bloggers, who write about alcoholism, drug addiction, and recovery. Please feel free to contact us anytime at (888) 909-7989. We’re here to help.

Tips for the Newly Sober, tips to maintain your sobriety

Tips for the Newly Sober

You just completed addiction treatment and are heading back home. Now what? Are you unsure how to live your life now that you are sober? Maybe you are ready to start fresh but uncertain about what to do.  As you embark on...

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Intervention, What Happens at an Intervention, Steps for an Intervention

Is it Time for an Intervention?

Are you concerned about the health and safety of a loved one who is struggling with addiction? Do they refuse to seek help despite negative consequences? Watching your loved one struggle with addiction can be heartbreaking and overwhelming. If you do not...

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Eight Ways to Give Back in Recovery, Give Back in Recovery,

Eight Ways to Give Back in Recovery

Addiction recovery is a challenging journey that requires a great deal of support and personal growth. While the primary focus of recovery is to maintain your sobriety, it...

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Codeine Cough Syrup

6 Things You Need to Know About Cough Syrup with Codeine

The way the media portrays addiction has led many people to struggle to accurately identify the risk associated with a particular behavior. While the addictive nature of illegal street drugs is discussed fairly regularly, your medicine cabinet likely contains dangers you haven't...

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Is Binge Drinking a Sign of Alcohol Addiction?, Signs of Binge Drinking, Dangers of Binge Drinking,

Is Binge Drinking a Sign of Alcohol Addiction?

We live in a world where socializing often revolves around the consumption of alcohol. It is essential to understand the difference between occasional indulgence and alcohol addiction. Binge drinking, a prevalent behavior in many social settings, is concerning for its effects on...

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Relapse Prevention Strategies, Five Strategies for Preventing Relapse if You Have Cravings

Five Strategies for Preventing Relapse

Overcoming cravings for drugs or alcohol can be a challenging part of the recovery process. It is essential to understand what may trigger a craving so you can prevent a relapse. Various factors can trigger cravings, and identifying these triggers is the...

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Recognizing the Signs of High-Functioning Alcoholism, Signs of Alcoholism

Do You Have High-Functioning Alcoholism? Know the Signs

There is often a thin line between casual drinking and alcohol dependence. Those who are high-functioning in their alcoholism quietly battle a dangerous addiction while maintaining a façade of normalcy. They may appear to have their drinking under control, but in reality,...

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unmanageable, Rock bottom, Signs of addiction, Addiction treatment options, Enabling

What Does it Mean to Hit Rock Bottom?

Addiction can have devastating consequences for the individual who is suffering and their loved ones. Hitting rock bottom is a phrase commonly used to describe a time when a person’s life has become unmanageable due to addiction. Rock bottom is the lowest...

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Fentanyl Withdrawal,

Dangers of Fentanyl Withdrawal

Fentanyl, a potent synthetic opioid, can be effective for managing severe pain, but an increase in its misuse has led to a surge in addiction cases. Fentanyl is more potent than heroin and morphine and even more unpredictable in its effects. It...

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Why Keeping a Positive Mindset is Essential in Recovery

Why Keeping a Positive Mindset is Essential in Recovery

Recovery is a transformative journey of resilience and courage. One of the most influential factors that can significantly impact this journey is your mindset. Here are some key reasons why having a positive mindset is essential in recovery: The Mind-Body Connection: The...

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