Loving an Addict Without Losing Yourself

Loving an Addict Without Losing Yourself

Loving an addict is like riding a never-ending roller coaster. Truth be told, you may feel like getting off the ride. Fortunately, there are ways to maintain the relationship without losing yourself in the process. Take a look at some strategies for dealing with a...
Transitioning from Inpatient to Outpatient (or Home) Care

Transitioning from Inpatient to Outpatient (or Home) Care

You’ve completed your inpatient treatment and it’s time to take the next step. But in what direction? And how can you prepare yourself for what comes next? Making the transition from inpatient care to life at home or as an outpatient isn’t always easy. The world...
Busting Common Myths About Drug and Alcohol Abuse

Busting Common Myths About Drug and Alcohol Abuse

When it comes to dealing with drug or alcohol abuse, information is key. Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation concerning what addiction is and how it should be handled. Learn the truths concerning some common myths about drug and alcohol abuse. Myth:...
Recognizing the Signs of Drug Abuse

Recognizing the Signs of Drug Abuse

For many reasons, people are not as forthcoming about their drug abuse as they may be about other problems. Still, there are physical, behavioral, and psychological warning signs of both use and abuse. If you recognize these signs in a loved one, it may be time to...
Facing Addiction: How Can You Get Help?

Facing Addiction: How Can You Get Help?

Alcohol, opiates, amphetamines—it doesn’t matter your drug of choice. When you get to the point you realize you don’t want to stay on this path, you need to ask for help. This may not be easy to do. But the good news is, in most cases, family or friends have been...