8 Signs You’re Using Drugs and Alcohol as an Unhealthy Coping Mechanism
It's not uncommon for people to reach for drugs and alcohol in an effort to numb difficult emotions or cope with challenging situations. However, if you find yourself increasingly relying on substance use to make it through the day, you [...]
New Year, New You: Start Your Recovery Journey Today
The ringing in of a new year can bring with it many new hopes and dreams. However, if you are someone living with the burden of drug or alcohol addiction, those hopes and dreams may feel far away. You might [...]
Understanding the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs
Substance use disorders are chronic illnesses with complex biological and environmental triggers. A person with a substance use disorder can learn to manage their condition and live a fulfilling, productive life, but they need access to appropriate addiction treatment. Every [...]
Is Excessive Drinking Taking Years Off Your Life?
Our culture conditions us to see drinking as a perfectly normal way to spend time with family and friends. Unfortunately, there is growing evidence that excessive alcohol consumption may actually be robbing us of precious years with our loved ones. [...]
How to Deal With Survivor’s Guilt After an Addiction Overdose
It's not uncommon to feel guilty after surviving an addiction overdose. Whether it was a close call, or you were quickly revived with naloxone and promptly taken to the nearest emergency room, the guilt can be overwhelming—especially when you've lost [...]
Prescription Painkiller Use as a Risk Factor for Heroin Addiction
When a doctor prescribes medication, it's only natural to assume that this is a safe and effective way to treat your condition. However, if you're being prescribed prescription painkillers for moderate to severe pain, you should be aware that opioid [...]
What Does the Bible Say About Addiction and Recovery?
Addiction is often referred to as a disease of isolation, but the Bible says that God is always with us. Renewing your relationship with God can help you heal from past hurts and find the strength you need to begin [...]
Benzos Addiction Is Often Overlooked
When most people think of the abuse of prescription medications, they imagine individuals who are struggling with an addiction to opioid painkillers. However, benzodiazepines also have a significant potential for abuse and addiction. What Are Benzos? Benzodiazepines, often simply called [...]
How Alcohol Damages the Liver
Weighing about three pounds, the liver is a dark reddish-brown organ located in the upper right-hand portion of the abdominal cavity. It plays a vital role in maintaining a person's overall health, but about one in 10 Americans suffers from [...]
A Closer Look at the Connection Between Substance Abuse and Suicide
Suicide & Substance Abuse According to the CDC, suicide is a leading cause of death in the United States. There were 45,979 deaths as a result of suicide in 2020—the equivalent of about one death every 11 minutes. Many factors [...]
