Drug & Alcohol Addiction Recovery Blog

No matter what your addiction is, there is someone out there who has been through it, who has struggled, and who has overcome the challenges. The sense of unity and support that stems from support groups helps each individual by providing a safe place to discuss their addiction, the cause of the … [Read more...] about Top 5 Reasons For Attending Ongoing Support Groups

For the many individuals seeking addiction treatment in Utah and nationwide, dual diagnosis is involved — this is when an addict also suffers from a mental illness such as depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. With any type of comorbidity — when someone has an additional illness on top of … [Read more...] about Comorbidity: Shedding Light on Dual Diagnosis

Many people are afraid to get treatment for their drug addiction because they believe harmful myths about drug detox and rehab perpetuated by popular culture. These unfortunate myths deter addicts from seeking treatment, undermining their recovery from alcohol and drugs. Let’s bust these myths … [Read more...] about Top 4 Worst Myths About Drug Addiction Treatment

The best substance abuse program is one that meets your needs, providing the high level of care you need to recover from your addiction. However, depending on your individual situation, your needs might be very different from the next person’s. Learn about the different types of substance abuse … [Read more...] about What Is the Best Substance Abuse Program?

Cold, hard facts about drugs and alcohol Alcohol and drug abuse are a problem. Everyone knows that. But, did you know that according to multiple studies, around 80% of high school seniors admit to drinking alcohol at least once? At some point, you or someone close to you will likely be … [Read more...] about 11 Alcohol and Drug Addiction Facts You Didn’t Know

Alcohol addiction has been a major public health concern around the world for many years. Even with the wide variety of drug and substance abuse rehabilitation programs, some of which have demonstrated high success rates over the years, there is still no sure way of preventing relapse.  It is, … [Read more...] about Why is Exercise an Effective Treatment in Alcohol Rehab?

Admitting you need alcohol treatment is one of the toughest choices you'll face in life. Giving up the feeling of having no care in the world, or leaving the excitement of the party scene can be an intimidating decision that many find it hard, or impossible to make. And if you have a loved one … [Read more...] about Alcohol Treatment: Advice on How to Find It.

Substance abuse affects more than just the addicted. It also takes its toll on the people who love them. The addicted are mired in a vicious cycle where feelings of shame, anxiety, depression and other emotions are drowned out in alcohol or illicit drugs. Those that care about them often … [Read more...] about 3 Tips to Creating an Effective Intervention

Addiction is a problem at any age. However, a younger person’s face is often what people see when asked to think of who is affected most often. The face of addiction – no matter if it involves drugs or alcohol – is usually not an person who experienced the wisdom of the older … [Read more...] about Top Signs Elder Addiction is a Problem

Substance abuse relapse is a life-threatening condition. The importance of recognizing the signs of relapse cannot be understated. Whether you have addiction problems yourself, or you loved one has a history of addiction, it is vital to be able to recognize that a relapse is imminent or already in … [Read more...] about Recognizing the Signs of Deadly Substance Abuse Relapse