What’s the Difference Between Relapse and a Slip Up? For someone recovering from substance abuse or addiction, relapse occurs when the person knowingly seeks out drugs or alcohol. In this case, they have consciously abandoned their recovery plan. A slip-up, on the other hand, is an isolated incident of consuming drugs or alcohol. This may…
When life starts to fall apart due to addiction, clarity and control feel impossible to reach. Family ties weaken, health fades, and day-to-day choices become harder to manage. If you’re at the point where nothing seems to work, going to a drug rehab can offer more than just hope; it can offer a way out…
Most people entering rehab feel lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of what comes next. You may wonder if the structure will be too strict or if the days will drag on. But the truth is, when the right support and routine are in place, healing becomes not just possible, but deeply rewarding. What to Expect During…
Most people enter drug rehab treatment with the impression that it will help them to get sober and remain sober. While this is true, what you might not realize is that treatment teaches you several things that you’ll use as you continue your journey of sobriety. Curious what a drug rehab in New Hampshire has…
Debunking Myths That Might Hinder Someone In Recovery Although addiction and substance abuse are widespread, there are still many myths that dominate our cultural understandings of them. Some myths are related to stigma while others are simply incorrect facts. Often times, myths about drug and alcohol abuse come from the ways that movies, TV shows,…
Now that summertime has ended and the fall months have begun, October rolls in. It often feels ruled by an anticipation of Halloween and its festivities. For those in recovery, this season (and holiday seasons in general) can be a source of anxiety because of Halloween’s association with parties, alcohol, and late-night activities. But by…
Unlike in the past, going to therapy is much more normalized in today’s society. It carries less of a stigma and is a part of many people’s lives. This is the same for a person seeking treatment for addiction or a substance abuse disorder. During recovery, most people will likely experience a combination of individual…
We can’t all drop our whole life tomorrow even if we desperately needed to enrich our lives. Intensive outpatient programs recognize the need to maintain a sense of normalcy while working on your recovery at an intensive outpatient – New Hampshire IOP An intensive outpatient program (IOP) is used to treat addiction, depression, eating disorders, and…
What Do Mindfulness and Meditation Have to Do With Addiction and Substance Abuse? Mindfulness and meditation practices have become increasingly popular in recent years. For some people, the ideas of such practices may still seem a little “out there.” But for others, especially professionals who work in addiction recovery and substance abuse, meditation and mindfulness…
In general, gambling in moderation is a largely socially-acceptable behavior. But having a gambling addiction is a different matter. If left unaddressed and untreated, a gambling addiction can have destructive effects on your life and negatively impact your financial security, personal relationships, emotional and mental health, and employment stability. What is Gambling Disorder? Gambling disorder…