We are accepting new admissions but have implemented additional pre-screening procedures to ensure the health and safety of everyone at Mountain Laurel Recovery Center. **At this time, all family visitation has been suspended until further notice.**
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Maintaining a lasting recovery is about more than simply refraining from the use of addictive substances. It’s about finding healthy ways to manage stress, process your emotions, and communicate with others, so you’re no longer relying on drugs or alcohol...
An essential component in many treatment programs is spirituality. This component is important to everyone who believes in God or in any higher power. Spirituality can help people heal and focus on a healthy, sustaining recovery while improving their overall...
Dry drunk syndrome is a phrase first used by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) to describe a set of behaviors that may develop after someone has become sober. Even though they are no longer using, their behavior suggests otherwise and can impact their recovery. Someone with...
Sometimes just saying no to drugs or alcohol is not enough. At certain social events, you may feel especially vulnerable due to stress or other life circumstances. You may be surrounded by friends who pressure you to drink or use another substance. While the best...
Pets & Recovery Not only are pets cute and cuddly, but they can play an important role in recovery as well. Recovery can often bring on strong feelings of boredom or loneliness. Those in recovery may have difficulty finding new sober friends or activities they can...
Overcoming an addiction to drugs or alcohol deserves to be celebrated. It takes courage, determination, and persistence to stay sober, and each day you succeed is a reason to celebrate. When to Celebrate Sobriety You can celebrate being sober whenever you please. Some...
