In just a few short months, COVID-19 has completely changed our lives. For those in recovery from addiction, the drastic impacts to daily routines and coping methods can be particularly
Getting sober when your partner is still drinking may seem like an impossible feat. Good advice from those who have gone through the same situation, as well as professional support,
Overcoming an alcohol addiction is a steady, step-by-step process. Giving yourself time at each stage – and understanding that recovery may have some setbacks – can help you have realistic,
For addicts and their loved ones, a relapse is a frightening experience. Learning how to view it as a normal part of recovery, and a temporary obstacle on the path
When you are in recovery, the stress and festivities of the holidays can present an additional challenge to staying sober. Remembering that you are not alone – and planning ahead
The relief when a loved one enters rehab is an incredible moment in the recovery process. While the homecoming can be equally exciting, it can also bring new challenges. Knowing
The process of grieving is uniquely painful but essential in accepting change and moving forward. For those in recovery, practicing healthy coping strategies is critical to avoiding relapse. Anyone who
Watching someone struggle with addiction can make you feel powerless. But family and friends play a tremendous role in interventions and healthy recoveries. Discovering someone you love is suffering from
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) . As substance abuse recovery programmes, they share the common aim of helping people recover from various addictions. But some people might progress faster in AA, while
If you’re someone who has been struggling to deal with sex addiction you will know the damage it can cause to your relationships at home and in the workplace –
Worried about diving back into daily life after finishing primary treatment? Concerned about whether you’ve had the time you need to practise the skills you learned in treatment? Sober living
No two people are exactly alike, which is why there are many different approaches to treatment and recovery. Breaking free from addiction requires real effort and commitment from each individual,
The simple answer is RIGHT NOW. Why? Because an addiction only worsens with time; so committing yourself to getting help now is critical to preserving your health, your relationships, and your financial wellbeing. For most of us, few days pass that aren’t completely filled to the brim. We are constantly
Narcissism and drug addiction often go hand-in-hand since individuals with narcissistic personalities need to find a way to escape their overwhelming emotional anxiety and pain. Similarly, most addicts have narcissistic traits. An addicted narcissist may have unique challenges in getting treatment, such as feelings of entitlement in addiction recovery, and so
Mark uses cocaine every weekend with his friends. He has a high-pressure job as an investment banker. He works hard. He plays hard. And if you ask him if he has a cocaine addiction, his response would be “Don’t I deserve to relax with my friends after a hard week
An unsolicited treatment review by one of our clients – anxiety sufferer Kirsty spent 21 long years in and out of therapy before finally finding treatment that worked for her. “I’ve been in and out of counselling, group therapy, psychiatric wards and rehabilitation my whole adult life – but somehow
