12-step programs are well-known for the support they provide for people affected by substance abuse or addiction. They help guide your sobriety efforts by providing you with a series of actionable steps to take. While each of these steps is …
Treatment in a formal rehab program is the primary option for effective recovery from substance abuse and addiction. But enrollment in a 12-step program is also important. Programs of this type help you establish stable sobriety by following a series …
Every day, people across America get sober and stay substance-free with help from a 12-step program. Programs of this type are named for the process they use to help you meet your sobriety goals. While not the same as formal …
12-step programs are a well-known resource for people recovering from substance abuse. They’re named for the series of steps or actions you undertake as you pursue long-term abstinence and recovery. Each of these actions builds upon the ones that come …
Substance abuse comes in many forms. You may be familiar with problems related to well-known substances such as alcohol and opioid painkillers. However, you may be less familiar with one of the many drugs classified as hallucinogens. One such drug …
Substance problems can affect you at any age. They’re most common among young adults. However, significant numbers of senior adults are also affected. Older people often have age-related risks for substance abuse or misuse. These risks can make you or …
There’s a good chance that you or someone you know drinks wine regularly. Limited use of any form of alcohol may not harm you in any significant way. However, today, many health experts are concerned about the rise of something …
Excessive drinking is a perennial problem among America’s older teenagers and young adults. Not only can it lead to accidental injuries and alcohol poisoning. It can also eventually lead to an urgent need for alcohol addiction treatment. Today, a new …
Trends in substance abuse can vary from year to year or decade to decade. Sometimes, substances that were widely used in the past experience a resurgence in popularity. That’s what’s happening today with poppers, a group of inhalants not designed …
Taking that first step to get clean and sober is hard. It might seem like everything is working against you — your body is fighting withdrawal symptoms, and your mind is tossing up every flavor of denial it can come …