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.
Identifying and Treating Xanax Addiction
It is estimated that roughly one in three adults will struggle with an anxiety disorder at some point in their lives. While effective anxiety treatment options are available, it is important to be aware of the risk of addiction posed by popular anti-anxiety...
These Addiction and Recovery Memoirs Will Help You Feel Less Alone
You Are Not Alone: Recovery and Addiction Memoirs Being in recovery is difficult, so it’s understandable to sometimes feel as though nobody knows what you’re going through. However, even though no two people with substance use disorders are exactly alike,...
6 Pandemic-Friendly Hobbies to Try
Pandemic Fatigue As the COVID-19 coronavirus crisis drags on, we’re all feeling a bit of pandemic fatigue. It’s not easy dealing with so much uncertainty—especially when you’re a person in treatment for a substance use disorder. At Mountain Laurel...
How Routines and Rituals Help Promote Lasting Sobriety
At Mountain Laurel Recovery Center‘s Pennsylvania drug and alcohol addiction treatment center, we believe routines and rituals play a crucial role in building a strong foundation for a lasting recovery. During residential treatment, our clients follow a set...
Making the Most of Your First Sober Holiday Season
The first year of sobriety is full of ups and downs—especially during the holidays. If you’ve recently graduated from Mountain Laurel Recovery Center’s Pennsylvania drug and alcohol addiction treatment program, it’s totally normal if you’re...
When Your Loved One Is Fighting Addiction, They Need Less Judgment and More Compassion
Addiction isn’t a moral failing. When someone you love is struggling with drug or alcohol abuse, they need your support and encouragement, not your judgment. What you say and do during this difficult time can play a vital role in helping your loved one get the...
What to Do When Your Spouse Is Entering Rehab
When your spouse is seeking treatment for a substance use disorder, it’s normal to have questions about what to expect and how to show your support. While no two people in recovery are exactly alike, Mountain Laurel Recovery Center’s Pennsylvania...
Understanding the Unique Needs of Veterans with Addiction
While no two people with substance use disorders are exactly alike, veterans with substance use disorders have unique needs compared to their civilian counterparts. Understanding these concerns is crucial to ensuring veterans get the care they need to begin a life of...
Ways to Celebrate National Recovery Month
National Recovery Month For 31 years, National Recovery Month has been observed every September to bring awareness to the struggles faced by those who have been diagnosed with substance use disorders or other mental health conditions. In 2020, the National Recovery...
One Unexpected Benefit of Sobriety: A Stronger Immune System
Life in recovery offers many benefits, including stronger relationships with your loved ones and a newfound sense of purpose and passion. However, one often overlooked benefit of getting treatment for a substance use disorder is a stronger immune system. Healing the...
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