taking prescription opioids in recovery

Before getting sober, you probably never thought twice about what you should do when you get hurt or have surgery requiring you to take pain medications afterward. You were probably excited to receive a legal prescription for opioids and eager to take them. But now that you are sober, you…

choosing the right outpatient rehab program

Making the decision to seek professional help for drug or alcohol addiction is life-changing. Next, you have to make some critical decisions regarding your care. If you’ve decided that an outpatient substance abuse treatment program is right for you, you must pick which one to enroll in. With West Palm…

Continuing Recovery What to Do After Detox

If you struggle with drug and alcohol abuse, you are not alone. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), 48.5 million people had a substance use disorder in 2023.[1] The first step in overcoming addiction is attending a medical detox. During one of these programs, you’ll…

coping up when a child struggles with addiction

Addiction can wreak havoc on a person’s life. When someone lives with untreated addiction, they can suffer a range of consequences. No part of their life is untouched–addiction chips away at their emotional wellbeing, physical health, relationships, and financial health. People who once were healthy can quickly slip deeper into…

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