Understanding the 5 Stages of Addiction

Understanding the 5 Stages of Addiction

It’s not always easy to recognize when someone has developed an addiction to drugs or alcohol. In many cases, a substance disorder develops gradually and the affected individual is able to hide their behavior from those who are closest to them. The More You Know...
Avoiding Substitute Addictions in Recovery

Avoiding Substitute Addictions in Recovery

Often, people turn to drugs or alcohol as a coping mechanism when faced with stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, or other painful emotions. If they don’t develop strong coping skills while attending residential treatment, they are at risk of a substitute...