by Aspen Stoddard | Aug 9, 2018 | Addiction, Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Whether you have been to a traditional recovery center or not, you are probably no stranger to the idea held within the third step of “finding your higher power.”But, is spirituality essential for recovery?Religion Versus SpiritualityAlthough just 70 years ago, the...
by Aspen Stoddard | Jul 22, 2018 | Addiction, Addiction Consequences, Recovery
Mental Health & Addiction RecoveryIt is not uncommon to struggle with feelings of depression while in recovery from substance abuse, but at what point do those feelings necessitate professional help?How can you tell that your loved one is suicidal?According to the...
by Aspen Stoddard | Jul 6, 2018 | Addiction, Drug Treatment, Practicing Recovery, Recovery
For some of us, there’s been a song for every juncture.For every twist and kink in the road, there was that song defining your life like the artist made it just for you. And, when there was nothing to comfort you after a bad day, there was always music. Sometimes you...
by Aspen Stoddard | Jun 12, 2018 | Addiction, Addiction Consequences, Drug Treatment
Mixed EmotionsIf you’ve ever had the inkling about drug testing your teen, you’ve probably experienced a mixture of apprehension and curiosity.Is it the right thing to do? Will drug testing your teen cause him to push away or lose trust in you? Do the pros outweigh...
by Aspen Stoddard | Jun 1, 2018 | Addiction
Have you ever wondered why it is that one person acts goofy after drinking alcohol while another person gets sentimental?According to research, many factors contribute to how an alcoholic buzz manifests in a particular individual.How Alcohol Affects the BrainAlcohol...
