Finding a way to help a loved one fight addiction is not easy. It can feel like losing an uphill battle against something bigger than everyone around. When it is a brother who is struggling, it takes a strong will and determination to speak with them about what is going on. Try some tips to…
There is is a rise in people using equine-assisted therapy for addiction recovery. The goal is to therapeutically provide space for people to navigate the challenges of recovery from addiction by offering a therapy animal. Horses are great therapy animals because they are calm and read people really well. Veterans have worked with horses for…
Fighting back against addiction is hard, no matter who a person is or what career they have. Professionals and people with high-level jobs often struggle with being able to share their challenges with addiction due to stigma or fear of losing their job. Find out why journalists and other media professionals struggle with addiction and…
Addiction treatment makes people wonder what they are in for when they arrive. Even if they have gone before, every place is different. A day in rehab is not like any other for every individual. There are some basics to know that can help prepare. Both inpatient and outpatient treatment centers offer different things, but…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is known mainly for veterans coming back from war. People think less about family and loved ones who may struggle every day due to trauma from their past. PTSD is being recognized for its impact on a person’s physical health. Veterans often suffer from circulatory, respiratory, nervous system, and other infectious…
Sleeping well is a crucial part of anyone’s day. Without a decent night’s sleep, it can feel like being run over by a Mack truck and being forced to wobble through the day bleary-eyed, waiting for the end of the day to finally crash into bed. Doing this day after day can exhaust the body’s…
Addiction treatment can be overwhelming. Beginning with medical detox, many people end up at inpatient or intensive outpatient (IOP) spaces which will allow them room to heal from addiction. The journey is never complete, but at least it is a good start on the road. The reason men should join an alumni rehab group after…
Coping with addiction can feel overwhelming for all people involved. Those with addiction often struggle for many years before they seek help. Loved ones, employees, co-workers, and others suffer the consequences of their actions. The way to find better coping mechanisms for triggers, cravings, and issues in recovery is to find out what the stages…
When people get sober, they have been through a lot to get there. Maybe rehab, treatment, or some type of program, and maybe they quit cold turkey on their own. Now, the new trend is people declaring ‘the new sobriety’ is about taking a break from alcohol for one’s own health. This puts it into…
Evaluating men for recovery programs is very important. It will determine the course of treatment and provide resources for them during that time that will set them up for success. Choosing to do a 60-day program, over 30 days, can be one critical step towards healing. Find out what happens in 30-days versus 60-day programs…