Successfully completing a recovery program is a significant accomplishment in itself. Those who do so are equipped to meet the challenges they will likely face as they move forward on […]
Relapse
Signs of a Relapse in a Loved One
As a close family member or friend, you may have experienced a gut feeling, an innate sense that your loved one has relapsed back to substance use. Chances are you […]
Early Relapse Warning Signs
You may be humming along in recovery for months or even years when, seemingly without warning, you find yourself returning to substance use. The word “seemingly” is key, as relapse […]
Recovery After a Relapse
Everyone knows how hard it is to change an old habit. Our brains are extremely elastic, with the reward system stubbornly clinging to memories of behaviors we would prefer to […]
How Can I Develop New Coping Strategies?
A vital part of recovery is adopting new coping techniques, which takes practice, repetition, and integration. Your response to the world around you can make the difference between health and […]
Borderline Between What and What?
There is no shortage of misunderstood and misdiagnosed mental health issues. Positively, the conversation about mental health is expanding and the inherent negative stigmas are lifting. Conversely, in this increased […]