Addiction Recovery

Endorphins are morphine-like chemicals produced by the body that help diminish pain while triggering positive feelings. Sometimes referred to as the brain’s ‘feel-good’ chemicals, the body also has natural painkillers when released from the pituitary gland of the brain during exercise, emotional stress or pain. Learn more about the important role of endorphins in addiction. […]

Sometimes helping hurts, as it is in the case of enabling a loved one to continue with addiction that is bringing harm to that individual and others. The consequences seem obvious but life is not always black and white when dealing with addiction and relationships. Enablement can keep the cycle of addiction going without realizing

Addiction is multifaceted and is non-discriminatory. There are millions of people throughout the world struggling with addiction. Although many people have reached long-term recovery with help, countless others struggle under the weight of addiction. Finding strength to carry on and move forward takes time and persistence which comes with an unwavering willpower to conquer addiction

Many people with addiction have a difficult time dealing with life. Emotional pain in addiction recovery can be present which makes it difficult to recover. The fears and anxieties of a new sober living practice can drive a person back to addictive behaviors. A few suggestions can be helpful to get started on beating addiction.

People who own animals can attest to the power of having an animal companion to come to, spend time with and find comfort in when things get difficult. The immeasurable therapeutic support and value of animals is even greater for addiction recovery and therapy. Pets relieve stress, provide a safe haven for exploring thoughts without

A walking meditation practice takes a few minutes per day but can go a long way to bringing addictive habits and mindsets into balance. With regular practice, the mind can be reigned in to find support and get focused on what matters. It helps to also practice breathing and relaxation without the use of illegal

The practice of yoga can be a lifelong support for people in addiction recovery. Yoga can teach a person how to prevent relapse and remain sober. A daily yoga practice takes time to integrate into one’s day-to-day life. Learn how to get started for both short and long term benefits. How Yoga Helps People who

A drug test result may come in right away or it may take a few hours to a few days. Testing for drug addiction can involve an in-depth assessment including a psychological examination and mental health assessment. Drug testing is one of the most accurate and efficient ways to confirm a loved one is using

Along with many other drugs, Tramadol is garnering a lot of attention in the addiction recovery field for its potential in treating opioid withdrawal symptoms. Why do doctors use Tramadol for opiate withdrawal? Unlike other drugs which treat opioid dependence—methadone and suboxone, to name a few—Tramadol has a low potential for abuse. Like methadone and

One of the most damaging things we can say to someone battling the deeply internal war of an eating disorder is something based on their appearance, which evaluates the worth of their experience. It takes a tremendous amount of courage, self-reflection, and willpower for someone who has been struggling with an eating disorder to admit