SMART Recovery vs. a 12-Step Program

SMART Recovery vs. a 12-Step Program

If you or a loved one is suffering from alcohol use disorder (AUD) or substance abuse disorder (SUD), you may be comparing a 12-step, faith-based program with Self Management and Recovery Training (SMART) recovery programs. Twelve-step programs require surrendering to...
Recommitting to Your Recovery

Recommitting to Your Recovery

May is National Recommitment Month, a time to reevaluate life and recommit to the things that matter most. For those in recovery, it’s an opportunity to renew the promises you’ve made to your loved ones and to yourself —vows to stay clean and sober. Take a look at...
Is SMART Recovery Right for You?

Is SMART Recovery Right for You?

Recovery is not a one-size-fits-all plan. Though 12-step programs work well for some, there is a growing body of evidence to support the effectiveness of SMART Recovery, a 4-point program that uses science and self-empowerment to help people overcome addiction. Take a...