Have you ever wondered why people become addicts? Here’s 13 different stories from now-recovered addicts. There are as many reasons why addicts started using as…
Recently, it seems any news that pops up regarding addiction is related to opioid addiction. Prescription drug and heroin abuse are one of the drug…
There are many options when it comes to addiction therapies. Each therapy offers a different approach to a very serious disease. How do these different…
PTSD and substance abuse go hand-in-hand. This is because many people with PTSD use drugs and alcohol to cope. Understanding post-traumatic stress and learning how…
Matilda K., a retired financial analyst who lives in Boise, Idaho, is recovering from drug addiction. She knows what it means to get sober later…
Although the American Medical Association categorizes addiction as a disease, many people still believe addiction is a matter of willpower or morality. The fact is,…
Your Addiction Doesn’t Care that You’re Pregnant Imagine what it must be like to be pregnant and addicted to drugs or alcohol. No matter which…
“To share your weakness is to make yourself vulnerable; to make yourself vulnerable is to show your strength.” ~ Criss Jami There is no question…
“What breaks you down is not the amount of pressure you feel at one time, but it’s the way you perceive and handle it.” ~…
“The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The second best time is now.” ~ Chinese Proverb Do you roll your eyes…
