Addiction carries less of a stigma than it once did, but that doesn't necessarily make it easier or more comfortable to tell co-workers you are in recovery. But do you really need to let everyone in the office know that you were addicted to drugs or alcohol? The...

Learning to navigate everyday life after completing addiction treatment is a real challenge, and many people could benefit from some additional support and guidance during this critical period of their recovery. Transitional housing is a form of post-treatment...

After completing a recovery program, many people feel like they should be able to return directly to their normal daily lives, free from addiction and not needing any further support. Unfortunately, this expectation can set a person up for failure in recovery, because...

The concept of mindfulness has existed for centuries, yet it is only within the past few years that the implications of practicing mindfulness during addiction recovery have started to hit mainstream culture. Mindfulness involves a mindset of awareness and presence,...

If your child has been struggling with drug or alcohol addiction, you know how difficult it is to watch them suffer. You've probably tried to convince your child to seek addiction treatment, but your efforts may not have been successful. Don't give up; you still have...

Turning the Page You are nearing the end of your stay at an in-patient or residential treatment facility. What happens when you get discharged? How can you prevent a relapse when "real life" comes flooding back in? For many people in early recovery, a sober living...

A Common Theme Surrounding Addiction If you talk to many people in recovery, you will likely notice that trauma (not necessarily caused by addiction) is a common theme. The relationship between trauma and addiction may even be part of you or your loved ones story. For...

A New Lease on Life Early recovery is an exciting time, filled with hope and new possibilities. Perhaps you just got out of residential treatment. Maybe you have been building up many days of sobriety by attending meetings and working with a sponsor as your support...

Why is Healthy Eating During Addiction Treatment Matter? Drug and alcohol users seeking treatment need to understand the importance of healthy eating during addiction treatment to achieve the best long-term results. In many cases, drug or alcohol users have developed...