With the rising drug epidemic in the United States, many families and loved ones struggling with addiction are also suffering from the consequences and pain of drug addiction. People close to those dealing with addiction disease often feel helpless and hopeless when it comes to getting help for those they care for. In these situations,…
Millions of people practice yoga around the globe. They do so for a variety of reasons. Originally, yoga was a religious practice. It has since grown to be a form of exercise that many turn to improve their physical health and mental health. Yoga therapy has also become very useful in mental health treatment and…
After undergoing medical detox and working through an addiction treatment program, individuals need to make sure they have a plan for addiction relapse prevention. Although it may not be at the top of your mind, it’s vital to your long-term success. In fact, the rate of addiction relapse for drug users is approximately 40 –…
Some people get overly optimistic after detox and believe that once alcohol is out of their system physically, they won’t have a problem staying sober. They learn quickly that matters aren’t that simple. Staying sober after detox takes constant vigilance, especially in the early stages. A detox treatment program can help you gain tools to…
The holidays are upon us, and you may be getting a bit anxious. Whether this is your first sober holiday or you have been through several, you still know how difficult it can be at times to have sober celebrations with friends. One thing that helps is having sober friends who are willing to forgo…
You will receive many rehab tips that are designed to help you succeed. One of the most helpful is how to set boundaries during treatment. You are setting out to make your life better, and there will be people who will fight you on this. You would think others would be pleased with your decision…
You’ve gone through a lot in your life. Drug and alcohol addiction isn’t easy, and it does not seem like something you should be giving thanks for. Yet, even those with a difficult road can learn how to be grateful during the holidays. No matter where you are during your journey right now, our team…
Are you working through recovery? Does social media seem to be limiting your success? That’s not uncommon. Social media can encourage drug and alcohol use. It may even put you at risk for engaging in these substances during your sobriety. You don’t want to find yourself at risk, but how can you navigate social media…
There is a lot to do today. You have so many tasks on your to-do list, meetings, and problems to solve. Yet, if you are in recovery from using drugs and alcohol, understanding how to have a productive workday can be a bit more difficult. That’s because the way you think is different now. With…
For those in recovery, life has likely changed a great deal. You may not think about drugs or alcohol as often. You may have worked to achieve new things in your life. You may even feel grateful. Now, giving back after recovery becomes a vital part of your life and your way forward. At Santé…