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For years, society has stigmatized addiction. No matter who experiences a substance use disorder, shame is usually part of addiction’s…

September marks a special time in the recovery community. It’s National Recovery Month, and while we’re on the heels of…

Are you anxious about undergoing a medical procedure while in addiction recovery? Are you hesitant to take prescription medications for…

If you haven’t heard of Mindfulness, it’s a form of meditation designed to bring greater awareness to your mind and…

There are many benefits to consistently attending meetings throughout your recovery.  Here are a few reasons to encourage you to…

By Anna Gorman, Kaiser Health News The number of people hospitalized because of amphetamine use is skyrocketing in the United States,…

Pablo Picasso once said, “Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” It’s no surprise, then, that…

How we got here Many of us know the feeling of anxiety that we get when we are concerned about…

We all have to deal with trauma at certain times in our lives. However, many of us are more sensitive…

The first time I ever practiced yoga was 2000. I had just returned from a trip to Santa Cruz where a…

Early recovery is often described as an emotional roller coaster ride. Elation and relief can quickly turn into anger or shame…

What happens when those who treat, support, heal, or educate need treatment, support, healing, and education of their own? This…

What does grief have to do with addiction? I would venture to say a lot more than most people think….

The disease of addiction has a far-reaching impact. From the acute effects on the alcoholic or addict and their family,…

On January 18, 2013, Heather A. made the most difficult and important decision of her life; the decision to save…