Understanding the Effects of Prozac
When Prozac was introduced in the U.S. in the late 1980s, it marked a watershed moment in depression treatment. Today, more than three decades later, researchers have a wealth of data on the effects of...
Is Sobriety Boring?
Deciding to get professional help for a substance use disorder is an act of courage and hope. But that doesn’t mean it’s an easy choice to make. Change – even a beneficial change like this...
Guide: Writing a Goodbye Letter to Addiction
The day you decide to stop using substances is a significant moment in your life. To commemorate this event, and to help you plot a course toward a healthier future, many therapists recommend writing a...
Understanding Transfer Addiction
One of the many challenges of maintaining recovery from addiction is finding healthy ways to fill the hours that you previously devoted to seeking, using, and recovering from drugs. Failing to establish a balanced, productive...
Understanding Alcohol Shakes
Some people experience shakiness, primarily in their hands, in the aftermath of drinking binges. Others have tremors when they are trying to quit drinking for good. What are the alcohol shakes, and how concerned should...
Relapse Prevention Plans
The saying goes, "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Without a doubt, this saying applies to anyone leaving rehab after addiction treatment. After all the hard work of recovery from addiction,...
Am I An Alcoholic? Take Our Quiz
If you have begun to worry about the amount and frequency of your alcohol use, our Am I an Alcoholic quiz can help you determine if it’s time to get help. Why Take a Quiz...
Signs of an Addict to Look Out For
Drug addicts often go to great lengths to hide the evidence of their substance abuse. But when you’re aware of the common signs of an addict, you will be in the best position to intervene...
Alcohol Withdrawal Seizure: Dangers & Treatment
The risk of alcohol withdrawal seizure is one of many reasons why a medical detoxification program may be the ideal place to begin your recovery journey. Can Alcohol Withdrawal Cause a Seizure? Alcohol withdrawal seizures...