Completing an addiction treatment program is something to be proud of. You made it through the withdrawal symptoms and stayed committed to attending your treatment sessions, no matter how hard it felt. But what about life after addiction? Maintaining sobriety […]
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The first step to overcoming alcohol dependence or drug addiction is clear: reach out for help. This is not always easy, but it is essential. After all, addiction is a disease, and like any other chronic condition, it is better
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For those experiencing addiction, their substance use can lead to physical dependence, and often with the constant mental refrain, “You’re not good enough,” “You’re broken, defective and alone.” This heartbreaking mindset often only furthers addiction’s hold and convinces people of
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Congratulations, you’ve completed residential treatment for substance abuse and are now an alumnus of the program. The medical care and individual therapy you received enabled you to get sober. Through hard work and a willingness to try new things, you’ve
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Recovery should feel like hope. But for many who live with addiction, the magnitude of the unknown in recovery can be paralyzing. Uncertainty about what your future holds can stop you from breaking free of the chains of addiction and
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Learning about the benefits of an alumni program is immensely helpful in the prevention of relapse, Essentially, an alumni program is an aftercare program that has no time-specific limits. You are able to keep in touch with the treatment facility where
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Over the holidays surround yourself with a community that understands. Most people describe the holidays with words, for example, such as “family,” “fun,” and “frolic” It’s expected that we look forward to the happy times between Thanksgiving and New Year’s
The Right Step’s Alumni Program Can Provide Help When It’s Most Needed Five years ago, in a courtroom where he stood begging for clemency after an arrest tied to a drug-related traffic accident, Garrett Reid told a judge, “I don’t
Self-disclosure Can Be Good – and Good for You Not long ago, Mehmet Oz – you probably know him as Dr. Oz – asked a great question in his blog: Have you ever noticed how good you feel after venting?
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