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Why Successful Recovery is A Group Effort

By |2024-03-05T13:03:40-05:00March 5th, 2024|Addiction Recovery, Family Resource|

If we zoom as far out as possible from our loved one’s substance use disorder (SUD), we see that its effects ripple into larger social systems.  We see that the person struggling with addiction is taking the brunt of the most obvious consequences: poor bodily and mental health, financial troubles, professional issues, discrimination, involvement in [...]

How the ADA Protects People in Recovery

By |2023-11-03T12:09:39-04:00November 3rd, 2023|Family Resource, Mental Health|

Although we've seen significant progress towards improving the public's understanding of substance use disorders in recent years, people in recovery often still struggle with stigma that affects their ability to move forward after seeking residential addiction treatment. At St. Joseph Institute, we urge our clients to keep in mind that addiction is considered a disability [...]

Addiction Affects the Whole Family: What It’s Like to Live With Someone Who Has an Opioid Use Disorder

By |2023-06-29T15:59:54-04:00February 15th, 2023|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

When an opioid abuser is in the home, their addiction can have a ripple effect on everyone around them. Just as a person with an opioid use disorder needs access to comprehensive care to begin their recovery journey, family members need support to cope with these difficult times. The Impact of Opioid Abuse on Children [...]

Understanding the Difference Between Inpatient and Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs

By |2022-12-06T13:59:33-05:00December 6th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

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 addiction treatment program is unique, but there are two general types of treatment to consider: [...]

Are You Supporting or Enabling? Here’s How to Tell the Difference

By |2023-06-29T16:27:19-04:00October 14th, 2022|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Enabling is often unintentional—and generally comes from a place of love. You hate to see your loved one suffer and want to make their life more manageable, but your actions cause more harm on a long-term basis. Some signs that you may be enabling your loved one's addiction include: You let them drink or use [...]

Making Amends in Recovery

By |2022-10-08T14:40:03-04:00October 8th, 2022|Family Resource, Practicing Recovery|

An active addiction can cause us to say or do things that are completely out of character. We may lie, cheat, or steal. We may lash out verbally or physically when confronted about our substance abuse. We may deeply hurt the ones we love the most. Part of the recovery process involves holding yourself accountable [...]

Denial and Addiction: How to Help Your Loved One Acknowledge the Need for Treatment

By |2023-06-29T17:08:02-04:00September 16th, 2022|Family Resource, For Families of Addicts|

Denial can be a powerful coping mechanism when accepting reality seems too painful. Because addiction is often stigmatized, it's common for people with substance use disorders to be in denial about their condition. However, acknowledging the problem and being brave enough to ask for help is the only way to move forward. What Does Denial [...]

Tips for Making Friends in Recovery

By |2022-09-09T20:50:49-04:00September 9th, 2022|Family Resource, Personal Growth|

Recovery is a time of new beginnings. For many people, that includes reevaluating old friendships and cutting ties with anyone who isn't supportive of their newfound sobriety. Ending toxic relationships can be painful, but you're not destined to be alone forever. Here, we share some tips to help you make new friends who share your [...]

5 Tips for a Smooth Transition from Residential Addiction Treatment to Independent Living

By |2023-06-29T15:51:40-04:00August 26th, 2022|Family Resource, Practicing Recovery|

Graduating from residential treatment is an important milestone in your recovery journey. As you prepare to return to independent living, you'll need to work on putting the skills you learned in residential treatment to work in the real world. Here, the treatment team at St. Joseph Institute for Addiction shares some tips that can help [...]

Benzos Addiction Is Often Overlooked

By |2023-06-29T16:28:05-04:00July 28th, 2022|Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Family Resource|

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 benzos, are a class of prescription drugs most commonly used to treat anxiety. However, they [...]