3 Most Common Challenges of Sobriety
Overcoming a substance use disorder is no easy task. When a person abuses alcohol or drugs for a prolonged period of time, it changes the way their brain works. The detox process can be unpleasant, if not painful, and life-threatening. And even after detox is completed, the road to full recovery is only just beginning. […]
5 Ways to Prevent Addiction Relapse
The road to recovery from addiction is not an easy one. It’s not uncommon for someone to return to old habits of substance use. Accepting that a relapse is possible, and preparing for it, is the key to recovery and long-term sobriety. Including relapse prevention therapy in a patient’s addiction treatment program can contribute greatly to successful […]