by Dana Hinders | Mar 11, 2019 | Addiction, Recovery
Substance abuse is often thought of as a problem affecting residents of large cities, but addiction doesn’t discriminate. A significant number of rural residents are struggling with substance abuse and facing difficulty accessing the treatment they need for a...
by Dana Hinders | Feb 27, 2019 | Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Staying sober often requires changing almost every aspect of your life.This is a challenge that’s impossible to complete alone, which is why it’s vital that you work to develop a strong sober support network.Your sober support network is comprised of...
by Dana Hinders | Feb 14, 2019 | Addiction
An addiction to alcohol can take many forms.A person who abuses alcohol isn’t necessarily uneducated, unemployed, and isolated from the community. An alcoholic can be someone with a college degree, a prestigious job, a loving family, and a wide circle of...
by Dana Hinders | Jan 28, 2019 | Addiction, Practicing Recovery, Recovery
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is the most widely known support group for people with an addiction to alcohol.If you believe you may have a drinking problem, there are a few things to keep in mind when as you’re preparing to attend your first AA meeting.Protecting...
by Dana Hinders | Jan 22, 2019 | Addiction, Drug Treatment, Recovery
It’s a common misconception that detox and a short stay in residential treatment is all that’s needed to promote lasting sobriety.Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a “quick fix” for a substance use disorder. However, a continuum of care...
