Addiction is a topic that most people think they understand, but in reality, it is much more complex than it seems. Many people wrongly believe that to recover from addiction, all a person has to do is decide to stop using drugs and stick to that decision. However, medical and therapeutic research has now shown…
National Drug Addiction Month sets aside the month of September to celebrate recovery and raise awareness for drug and alcohol addiction. This can also be a time to reflect on how your own substance abuse may be affecting your life. If you find that you are struggling, you can observe Drug Addiction Month by turning…
Did you know that caffeine is a psychoactive substance? Therefore, coffee may be the world’s most prevalent drug delivery system. Additionally, caffeine is one of the many substances that can cause withdrawal when you stop using them. Many people are more familiar with addiction and withdrawal from drugs and alcohol. If you or a loved…
Holidays like the Fourth of July are challenging for people in recovery. It’s a celebration, and often that means lots of alcohol. Sobriety is delicate and relapses common, so finding ways to enjoy this time without drugs or alcohol is critical. What can you do this year to enjoy a sober Fourth of July? Pines…
Making major lifestyle changes, such as pursuing addiction recovery, will impact other areas of life. For instance, sobriety and relationships have several connections between each other. Addiction can negatively affect connections with romantic partners, family members, and friends. However, sobriety can improve these. Plus, positive relationships can help patients to continue through recovery and succeed.…
Friends can provide tremendous support throughout your life. If you have decided to go into recovery, you have to take a close look at your friendships and discard ones that threaten your sobriety. At Pines Recovery Life Detox, you will undergo supervised, medically assisted detox in preparation for a more extensive recovery program. However, now is the…
Social distancing is a term that most people recognize as important, but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. Being socially distant while in sobriety is even more difficult because of the mental health challenges it typically presents. Yet, what’s most important to know is that even though you are engaging in social distancing, you do not…