If you are considering going to rehab, congratulations. That is a huge step in the right direction. Maybe you are already scheduled to enter rehab, but you want to do some more research on what to...
Recovery Blog
Explore insights, tips, and stories focused on mental health, addiction recovery, and overall well-being.
Whether you’re seeking guidance, encouragement, or the latest information on treatment approaches, our blog is here to support you and your journey. Start reading—and start healing.
All blogs on this site are medically reviewed by Dr. R. Jordan Turner, DO.
Drug and alcohol addiction is more common than you probably realize. To give you an idea of how common it is, the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration estimated that in 2018,...
Whether you're in the midst of recovery or just getting started, learning as much as you can about what to expect will offer you a leg up. Knowing how detox and treatment work, understanding what...
Growing up with a parent addicted to alcohol means navigating a world that many others can't understand. A childhood defined by chaos, inconsistency, and unpredictability often becomes your norm,...
The dangers of fentanyl within the opioid crisis are vast and continue to escalate across the country. Since entering the medical market, this synthetic opioid has made headlines—not for its healing...
For most people, anger can be a healthy and natural emotion when expressed in a controlled and constructive way. However, when left unmanaged, anger can quickly become destructive—especially when it...
Recovery is a lifelong journey of growth, and completing a treatment program is a monumental first step. It takes immense courage to accept your addiction, face it head-on, and commit to moving...
With all the research conducted on substance use disorders, the root causes of addiction still puzzle many experts. While no single factor guarantees someone will develop a substance use disorder,...
Odds are you’ve heard of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as it is one of the most common types of therapy available today. Still, that label doesn’t exactly clarify what it is, how it works, or...
Emotional wounds are not as simple as they may sound. When you get your feelings hurt, some may say you should get thicker skin or stop being so sensitive, but emotional wounds go deeper than that....